WINTHROP, Mass. – Juniors Justin Barish and Tyler Dickinson were recognized by the Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC) on Monday afternoon, earning Setter and Defensive Player of the Week honors, respectively.

Barish totaled 59 assists (9.83 per set) during the Raiders' 2-0 week, while also contributing 12 digs (2.00 per set) and five total blocks. The Melville, N.Y. native posted 32 assists, five digs, and three block assists in a 3-0 victory over Emmanuel (Mass.). He followed with 27 assists, seven digs, and two total blocks, including one solo, in a straight-set win over Dean.

Dickinson dominated at the net, recording nine total blocks (1.50 per set) and hitting .464 with 16 kills on the week. The Lincoln, R.I. native opened play with six total blocks (one solo, five assists) and nine kills while hitting .750 in the sweep over Emmanuel
(Mass.). He added three total blocks and seven kills in the 3-0 win over Dean.

Barish, Dickinson, and the Rivier men's volleyball team return to action on Tuesday, April 7, hosting Regis (Mass.) in the GNAC Quarterfinals. First serve is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. at the Muldoon Center.