Friday, February 23
Cambridge, Mass.
7:00 PM
Princeton University
7-7,1-2EIVA
3
at
0
Harvard
5-5,2-1EIVA
1
2
3
F
Princeton
29
25
25
3
Harvard
27
16
23
0
No. 14 Men's Volleyball Bests Harvard in Straight Sets
February 23, 2024 | Men's Volleyball
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. - In a thrilling matchup between No. 14 Princeton Men's Volleyball and Harvard, Princeton emerged victorious in straight sets, clinching the win 3-0 (29-27, 25-16, 25-23). The standout performance came from Ben Harrington, who led the team in kills with an impressive 18, supported by Nyherowo Omene with 10 kills and Owen Mellon with 5.
Contributing to Princeton's success, Henry Wedbush and Ben Harrington both stood out in the service department, each securing 2 service aces. Tristan Whitfield showcased a formidable presence in defense with 5 blocks, while Owen Mellon contributed 3 blocks of his own.
The offensive plays were orchestrated by Henry Wedbush, who led in assists with a total of 32. Additionally, Matt Suh made a significant impact with his return to the lineup, notching a season-high 8 digs.
The Tigers will face Harvard again on Saturday at 5 PM.
Shweisky's Remarks
Contributing to Princeton's success, Henry Wedbush and Ben Harrington both stood out in the service department, each securing 2 service aces. Tristan Whitfield showcased a formidable presence in defense with 5 blocks, while Owen Mellon contributed 3 blocks of his own.
The offensive plays were orchestrated by Henry Wedbush, who led in assists with a total of 32. Additionally, Matt Suh made a significant impact with his return to the lineup, notching a season-high 8 digs.
The Tigers will face Harvard again on Saturday at 5 PM.
Shweisky's Remarks
"I'm really proud of the effort from our guys to bounce back this week and put together a great match against a good Harvard team," said Sam Shweisky. "I'm excited to compete against Harvard again on Saturday night again."
Team Stats
PU
HU
Kills
42
37
Errors
9
16
Attempts
91
92
Hitting %
.363
.228
Points
55.5
45.0
Assists
41
34
Aces
5
2
Blocks
8.5
6
Game Leaders
Kills-Aces-Blocks
Kills
18
Aces
2
Blocks
2
Kills
10
Aces
1
Blocks
2
Kills
5
Aces
0
Blocks
3
Kills
4
Aces
0
Blocks
5
Players Mentioned
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