Kessler compiled a team-high 11 total blocks, averaging 1.22 blocks per set in Grove City's opening week of varsity play ... The sophomore middle blocker opened up the week totaling eight blocks (one solo, seven assisted) and two digs defensively to go alongside five kills and a service ace in a three-set non-conference match against Penn State Behrend ... At the Juniata Invitational, Kessler added three more total blocks and a dig.