Box Score NEWARK, Del. – The Huskies defeated Delaware in three straight sets on Friday night. With this win, Northeastern moves to 10-6 on the season and 3-0 in Colonial Athletic Association play.
Amy Underdown had a solid match all-around for the Red and Black. The sophomore led the match with 13 kills, six digs and four aces. Freshman
Athena Ardila posted 10 kills and two blocks, while
Gabrielle Tschannen recorded six kills and three blocks.
Brigitte Burcescu posted eight kills, three digs and one block. From the back row,
Gabrielle Eyl racked up 15 digs.
Samantha Shupe and
Kristen Walding combined for 32 assists on the night.
As a team, the Huskies recorded nine aces in the match.
Set One Recap:
- 25-19, Northeastern
- The Huskies went on a 5-1 run to take an 9-8 lead over Delaware
- Northeastern took a commanding 19-12 lead
- The Blue Hens went on a 5-1 run to come within three points of the Huskies
- A kill from Shollin gave the Huskies the first set win
Set Two Recap:
- 25-21, Northeastern
- An ace from Eyl gave the Huskies an early 4-3 lead
- Underdown's ace put Northeastern ahead 13-12
- The Huskies went on a 5-1 run to tie the match at 18-18
- A 6-1 run secured the second set win for Northeastern
Set Three Recap:
- 25-20, Northeastern
- Northeastern went on a 5-0 run to take a 5-1 lead
- A Burcescu kill gave the Huskies a six-point lead
- A kill from Underdown secured the match win for the Huskies
Up Next For Northeastern:
The Huskies will continue conference play as they head to Maryland to face Towson on Sunday at 1 p.m.
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