Western Michigan rallied from a 2-0 deficit to force a fifth set at Ohio, but the Bobcats pulled away to win 3-2. Izzy Swiercz tied her career high with 16 kills, and Annalise Patchett recorded a double-double in the loss.

By the Numbers
  • Final score: Ohio 3, Western Michigan 2 (25-16, 25-22, 21-25, 24-26, 15-6).
  • Swiercz: 16 kills; Patchett: 13 kills and 14 digs.
  • Leah Richmond: 38 assists; Carley Piercefield: 22 digs.
  • Western Michigan: 14-8 overall, 6-5 in the MAC; Ohio: 13-10 overall, 6-6 in the MAC.
Yes, But

The Broncos showed resilience by winning the third and fourth sets after falling behind early, but Ohio controlled the decisive fifth, taking seven of its first nine points.

What's Next

Western Michigan continues its road trip Saturday at Kent State, with first serve scheduled for 4 p.m. on ESPN+.

Bottom Line

Western Michigan’s comeback forced a fifth set, but Ohio’s strong finish denied the Broncos a road win.