DEPOSIT – The game between Oxford and Hancock/Deposit brought back memories from last season. In the 2021 regular season, Hancock/Deposit handed Oxford its only loss, but Oxford took the first round of the MAC playoffs win.

With those memories in mind, both teams knew they wanted to win Tuesday night’s matchup. Oxford came out with the win in a tough match that was decided in a best-of-five sets. The Blackhawks remain undefeated through the first five games this season.

The Blackhawks were led by Ava Benjamin who had 20 assists. Behind her, Madalyn Barrows collected 17 kills, seven aces, and eight digs. Quinnlin LaMonica picked up eight aces and three blocks as Tamera Hurlburt finished with four aces and four digs.

Jadyn Ruff earned two kills and two blocks while Hailey Richardson contributed with three aces, three digs, two kills, and a block.

Oxford’s next match will be this evening on the road against Unatego, starting at 6 p.m.

Final Set Scores:

Oxford 26 H/D 24

H/D 25 Oxford 21

H/D 25 Oxford 11

Oxford 25 H/D 15

Oxford 15 H/D 9