"We just wanted to go out and execute well," Schaeffer said. "This was a good morale builder and stepping stone along with the other two [matches] for the Ivy tournament next weekend."

Using momentum from its convincing road victory just days before against UNH, Harvard wasted little time in getting down to business.

Down 5-4 in the first game, the Crimson quickly put together a nine-point streak to take control.

Freshman outside hitter Liz Cebron and sophomore teammate Erin Denniston powered a consistent attack for Harvard throughout the whole match. They combined for 24 kills, many of which helped Harvard overcome its pre-game jitters and take the first game 15-6.

Freshman setter Mindy Jellin also came through with a spectacular performance, leading the Crimson with 31 set assists.

"We were focused on the fact that in order to win these matches, we needed all of us to come out and contribute," Schaeffer said. "I think we did that [Friday night]."

Harvard cruised over the next two games even though Siena's attack became stronger. The Crimson took the next two games 15-9 and 15-11 with everyone on the roster getting significant playing time.

Junior setter Julie Yick added 13 assists of her own for Harvard, which was glad to finish the Saints off in three games with two tough contests scheduled for the next day.