No. 8 Wisconsin volleyball split the second-to-last homestand of the season this weekend, losing Friday’s match against Ohio State 3–2 before defeating Maryland 3–1 on Saturday.
Friday saw Wisconsin drop a 3–2 hearbreaker at home to Ohio State. After going up 2–0 in convincing fashion, 25–14, 26–16, Wisconsin could not close out the Buckeyes, dropping the final three sets en route to the defeat.
After a .448 first set, Wisconsin’s offense dropped off precipitously, including a .091 fourth set.
Junior middle blocker Tionna Williams led the way with 19 kills and six blocks. Freshman setter Sydney Hilley had 55 assists.