THE BASICS 
Score: Emerson: 3 Johnson and Wales University: 0
Records: Emerson Lions (4-0) Johnson and Whales: (1-3)
Date: September 8, 2023
Location: Providence, R.I. (Wildcat Center)
 
The Lead:
The Emerson Lions showcased their prowess by defeating the Wildcats in a commanding three-set victory. The Wildcat Center in Providence, R.I., witnessed an exciting battle, but Emerson's dominance prevailed throughout the match.
 
INSIDE THE NUMBERS
 
EMERSON
Brooke Maynez: 10 kills
Maya Hall: 6 kills, 3 blocks
Shannon Clark: 15 assists, 6 digs
Amelia Combs: 6 kills, 7 digs
Parker Cummings: 5 kills, 2 blocks
 
JWU
Peyton Oliver: 7 kills, 7 digs
Sarah Miller: 5 kills, 7 digs
Myla Domazet: 2 blocks
Michela Voit: 11 assists
Nika Chapin: 3 digs
 
 
Set 1:
Emerson started the game with determination and took control from the first serve. They displayed a stellar performance both offensively and defensively, leaving JWU-Providence struggling to find their rhythm. Emerson secured the first set with a convincing score of 25-11.
 
Set 2:
The second set continued in a similar fashion, with Emerson maintaining their strong momentum. The Lions' offense was led by Brooke Maynez, who contributed ten kills in this set alone. Their consistent blocking and precise serves made it difficult for JWU-Providence to mount a comeback. Emerson clinched the second set with a score of 25-8.
 
Set 3:
Despite JWU efforts to regroup and show resilience in the third set, Emerson continued to dominate. Amelia Combs and Maya Hall led the Lions' attack with powerful spikes, while their defense, led by Shannon Clark, thwarted JWU-Providence's attempts. Emerson sealed the match with a final set score of 25-19, completing a straight-set victory.
 
Emerson's balanced attack, solid blocking, and exceptional defense proved to be the winning formula in this matchup. With this victory, Emerson maintained their undefeated record at 4-0, while JWU struggles continued as they fell to 1-3 for the season.