The Wolfpack (1-0 overall) defeated the Spartans of Marian Catholic 25-12, 25-16 in their home opener. Marin Thaxton picked up where she left off last season with 10 kills while hitting .471 on the night. Ellie Kowalski (8 digs) lit it up from the service line with 6 aces while Nora Clancy added 3 aces, 4 kills and 2 block assists. The Pack will play in the tough Crimson Invite this weekend at the Great Lakes Center. They open against Lincoln Way West at 5:00 p.m.