Rockford University's men's volleyball team was defeated by Illinois Tech in straight sets, with the Scarlet Hawks dominating the first and third sets, while Rockford briefly led in the second set before ultimately losing 3-0 (25-16, 25-21, 25-14). This defeat marks the Regents' third consecutive loss against the Scarlet Hawks.

The Big Picture

The outcome reflects Illinois Tech's continued dominance over Rockford University in men's volleyball, highlighting the competitive gap between the two teams.

By the Numbers
  • Rockford University's record against Illinois Tech: 0-3 all-time
  • Key player stats:
    • Nathan Vana: 4 kills, 3 digs, 1 block
    • Josh Albers: 7 assists, 4 blocks, 3 aces, 3 digs
    • Da'Quan Bates: 10 digs, 1 assist
State of Play
  • Illinois Tech started strong with a 7-2 lead in the first set
  • In the second set, Rockford led 10-6 but faltered with Illinois Tech's 5-1 run
  • Illinois Tech dominated the third set, starting with a 6-0 lead and maintaining control
Bottom Line

Rockford University's loss to Illinois Tech underscores the Scarlet Hawks' superiority in men's volleyball, as they secure another victory and extend their winning streak over the Regents.