Thiel's Season Starts with a Bang

Thiel College Men's Volleyball isn't just opening their season. They're making a statement.

First Serve, Big Impact

Kicking off at the Jim Coleman Memorial Invitational, Thiel faces a gauntlet. Eastern Mennonite and Westminster (Mo.) on Jan. 16, then Marian and Wittenberg on Jan. 17. This lineup? No joke. It's a chance to set the tone early.

Heavy Hitters Ready

Watch out for Josh Hovan and Bryce Lizanich. These guys are ready to run the show. Hovan, wearing #1, is set to lead with authority. And Lizanich? Expect fireworks from him.

Championship Echoes

The home opener on Jan. 27 isn’t just about taking on Mount Union. It's the 2025 PAC champions ring ceremony. Yeah, they’re still riding that high. But this isn't just nostalgia. It's fuel. Ezra Oesterling and Kaleb Proudfoot are hungry for more.

Rivalries Renewed

Feb. 18 and March 14 are circled on every player's calendar. Grove City is back for a rematch of the 2025 PAC Championship. Last year? Thiel handled business. But Grove City is no pushover. Expect fireworks.

Home Turf Advantage

Don't sleep on the home tri-match on Feb. 20. Geneva and Buffalo State come to town. Thiel's court, Thiel's rules. Ben Lowell and Josh Pugh will ensure that.

Season's Final Push

Regular season finale on April 3 at Bethany isn't just another match. It's the last chance to fine-tune before the playoffs. Will Zimmerman is poised to leave his mark.

This season is all about building off past success. Thiel is not just playing games. They're making moves. You could feel it coming.

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Source: thielathletics.com