The University of the Fraser Valley men’s volleyball team swept their two BCCAA regular season games in the British Columbian capital defeating VIU Mariners, 3-2 and Camosun University Chargers, 3-2, to improve their BCCAA regular season record to 4-5 and move back into a post season position with five regular season matches remaining.
On Friday, the Cascades defeated Vancouver Island University Mariners, 3-2, by scores of 19-25, 27-25, 19-25, 25-23, 15-13. The Cascades coming off a three match losing streak showed their composure in the final two sets and came from behind to earn their third league victory of the season. “It was our best team performance of the season. In particular Kyle (Leinweber) came off the bench and made huge contributions to the win, as did Robert (Koenig) in the 4th and 5th sets,” said UFV Head Coach Greg Russell.
Aaron Flanagan, a fourth year veteran from Langley, BC and Josh Togeretz, a rookie from Chilliwack, BC led the way. Flanagan recorded 18 kills, 6 digs, and 1 blocked shot, while Togeretz 11 kills and 2 blocks.
Saturday, the Cascades swept their Victoria rivals with a 3-2 victory over the Camosun University Chargers, by scores of 21-25, 25-22, 27-25, 19-25 and 15-11. “Despite some obvious fatigue everyone came together, coming from behind to get the job done,” said Russell.
Flanagan led the way on Saturday with 20 kills, 6 digs and 2 blocks. Kyle Leinweber, a second year veteran from Acme, Alberta recorded 11 kills, 10 digs and 3 blocks.
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