October 31st, 2003
Gee-Gees Volleyball Starts Season With Impressive 3-0
Win Over Lakehead

After traveling across the country to gain experience against top ten teams, the Gees opened their league and home opener with a decisive 3-0 win over Lakehead University.

The match started out with a sea-saw battle with both teams getting out some initial game jitters. Ottawa fought to score the 8th point and gain the advantage heading into the first technical timeout. From that point on, the Gees continued to push with tough serving, eventually winning the first set 25-15.

In the seond and third sets, Ottawa continued to serve aggressively as well use a
balanced offence and won 25-17 and 25-16 respectively.

"To be honest, it has been a long time since I have been nervous to start a season. This team has so much energy and focus right now, I just wanted to make sure I did my job to let them go out there and play.” Head coach Lionel Woods commented after the game, "This is the most balanced team I have ever coached and I think our vets and rookies have all bought into the same game plan and goals for not only this match but for the entire season. "

Ottawa took advantage of its pre-season training, which saw every player compete against top ten teams, and used all fourteen players listed on the roster for the match. It marked the debut of rookies Christine Lamey (AY Jackson alumni), Kristen Haslett and Laura Simons.

Next up for the Gees is the back end of the home and home double-header vs. Lakehead University, tomorrow night, Nov. 1, 2003, at 6:30 pm.

Game Summary:
University of Ottawa ~ 3 Lakehead University Thunderwolves ~ 0

:Scores:
Game 1: 25-15 (20 minutes)
Game 2: 25-17 (27 minutes)
Game 3: 25-16 (22 minutes)

:Statistical Highlights :
# 4 Ashley Keenan 7 Kills 6 Digs
#12 Ellen Barwise 7 Kills 33 Assists
#11 Manon Ouellette 12 Digs

:Ottawa Record:1 win ~ 0 loss