The Cyclones started their playoff run at home with a match against Olive-Harvey College. Moraine Valley swept the Panthers in three: 25-19, 25-10, 25-21.

The No 1 seed Cyclones were quick to jump ahead of the No. 16 seed from the start and held the lead in each set for the victory. Lily Avelar led the team with 14 digs while ava Pequette collected 19 assists. Mary Zielinski finished with 15 kills and nine digs.

The Cyclones face Morton College on Saturday, Nov. 4, 11 a.m., at Madison College in the next round of playoffs. If they win, they'll compete in the District A Championship on Nov. 5 at noon.