Vernon powered LIU’s offense during a 2-1 week, leading the conference in total points and ranking second in kills. The freshman outside/right side hitter recorded 60 kills (5.00 kills per set) and 68.0 points (5.67 points per set) across 12 sets while hitting .318. Vernon also contributed six service aces (0.50 aces per set) and 20 digs (1.67 digs per set). His week was highlighted by a 22-kill performance in a sweep of King (TN) and a 21-kill outing in a five-set match against Roberts Wesleyan.