ST. LOUIS—Men's volleyball traveled to Belleville, Ill. to take on their first conference opponent of the season on Monday. The Spartans rolled out to a quick victory, earning their first sweep, and advancing to a 3-0 record.

The match started off rocky for Lindenwood- Belleville, as errors combined with several Spartan kills allowed MBU to quickly take control. Missouri Baptist led by seven (19-12) when the Lynx utilized their first timeout. The break had little impact on MBU, however, as they continued to push their lead. A kill followed by a service ace from Luka Cajic would give the Spartans set one, 25-16.

The Lynx gained momentum in set two, as the teams went point for point early on. Tied at 3-3, Steven Rodriguez regained possession for the Spartans dishing out a kill followed by three consecutive service aces, putting the Spartans ahead by five (8-3). From there, MBU maintained the lead, cruising through the remainder of the set (25-17).

Set three was all MBU as they immediately took control, once again. The Spartans continued putting up kills, halting the Lynx chance at a fourth set. Another kill from Cajic sealed the deal, giving MBU the third and final set, 25-12.

Outside hitter Steven Rodriguez led the match in the kills' category earning a total of 12 (.588 attack percentage). The senior also put up six service aces. Luka Cajic followed close behind with nine kills total.

Stephen Menzel put up a match-leading seven digs, while setter Jason Harman clocked out at 26 assists.

The Spartans return to St. Louis for a two-game homestand this week. They take on Quincy (Ill.) on Wednesday and Mount Mercy (Iowa) on Thursday at the Petty SRC.