Yale poses a difficult challenge for the Crimson this evening. The Bulldogs lost to red-hot Fairfield, 3-1 (15-10, 15-12, 12-15, 15-9) Wednesday night, giving the Stags their 12th straight win.

Led by a talented and experienced junior class, Yale has attempted to fill the shoes of two-time Ivy League Player of the Year, Rosie Wustrack, who graduated last year. Junior middle blocker Colette FitzGerald leads the Bulldogs with 3.66 kills per game, and sophomore outside hitter Candace Green has averaged 3.08 kills per game this season.

"Our strategy against Yale is to serve well and play good defense because that's the way that we've been able to get most of our wins this year," Jellin said.

The talent-laden Brown poses a similar challenge to the Crimson tomorrow afternoon. Corre Myer, last season's Ivy League Rookie of the Year, turned in another outstanding performance against Stony Brook racking up 21 digs and 47 assists.

The multifaceted Myer earned Ivy Player of the Week honors for her performance.

Brown's other offensive weapon, Tomo Nakanishi, has also been unstoppable this season. Last year's Ivy League Player of the Year, Nakashini chalked up 22 kills against Yale last Friday to help the Bulldogs nab a share of the Ivy League crown.

Unlike the Crimson, the Bears have mastered the art of launching successful comebacks. Against Stony Brook last Saturday, the Bears fought back after falling behind early in each game and ended up defeating Stony Brook in three straight games.