Brandeis University Volleyball Team Defeats UMass Boston in 3-0 Upset
The Brandeis University volleyball team had a balanced attack, with three different players registering double-digit kills, as the Judges defeated visiting UMass Boston, 3-0, in a dominant performance. The win brings the Judges' record to 3-1, while UMass Boston falls to 0-4. The match was marked by impressive performances from several players, who helped the Judges secure a season-best .318 hitting percentage.
Key Takeaways:
- Three Brandeis players, Lilly, Madison Haft-Abromovitch, and Anna Ertischek, each recorded double-digit kills in the match, with Lilly and Haft-Abromovitch scoring 13 kills apiece.
- The Judges had a season-best .318 hitting percentage, led by senior Anna Ertischek's .280 hitting percentage and freshman Claudia Aber's .219 hitting percentage.
- Sophomore Alexa Ho had a standout match, recording 33 assists, five digs, and one block assist.
- Freshman Lara Demoraes had nine digs, while senior Colette Ejang led the net defense with two blocks (one solo).
- The win ties the all-time series between Brandeis and UMass Boston at 9-9.
Statistics:
- Brandeis University volleyball team's 3-0 win against UMass Boston
+ Hitting Percentage: .318 (season-best)
+ Kills: 47 (season-high)
+ Assists: 33 (Alexa Ho)
+ Digs: 16 (Ava Ferrigno)
+ Blocks: 2 (Colette Ejang)
- UMass Boston's 0-4 record
- Brandeis University's 3-1 record
Sources:
- "Brandeis University Wellness Team Wins Against UMass Boston 3-0." Brandeis University Athletics, n.d.
- "Brandeis University Volleyball." Brandeis University Athletics, n.d.