BALTIMORE, MD – The Johns Hopkins volleyball team secured a convincing victory against York University, winning three straight sets with scores of 25-10, 25-15, and 25-16. This win increases the Blue Jays’ season record to 13-3 and marks their sixth consecutive win over the Spartans.

Match Highlights

Hopkins showcased exceptional team performance throughout the match, beginning with a swift 4-0 lead that left York struggling to respond. Noteworthy contributions included:

• Kills from Michela De Marzi, Alice Yu, Celine Ebert, and Simone Adam
• A crucial block from Helena Swaak and Yu
• An emphatic kill from Anna Pantano to clinch the first set

The first set concluded at 25-10 in favor of the Blue Jays, setting the tone for the rest of the match.

Set-by-Set Breakdown

Second Set

The Blue Jays maintained their momentum, again taking a 5-0 lead, bolstered by two kills from Jocelyn Pye. Although York fought back, pulling within three points at 8-11, Hopkins responded forcefully. They capitalized on multiple York errors, achieving a set point at 24-15, with Pantano securing the set 25-15.

Third Set

Continuing their dominance, Hopkins established a 4-0 lead early in the third set. Despite York’s efforts to narrow the gap, Hopkins widened their advantage to 19-12. After several back-and-forth rallies, Yu wrapped up the match with a sixth kill, finalizing the score at 25-16.

Defensive Performances

Defensively, libero Nicole Tuszynski led the effort with nine digs, while Yu, De Marzi, and Swaak contributed two blocks each. Offensively, Pantano excelled with a hitting percentage of .625 and six kills in total.

Looking Ahead

The Blue Jays will face Bryn Mawr in their next match, scheduled for October 4 at 1:00 PM. Fans can expect a highly competitive atmosphere as Hopkins opens its conference play.