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W. Volleyball Sweeps Harvard Invite

Siena's lone bright spots were sophomore Christina Baldwin's 10 kills and senior Sarah Watkins' 36 set assists.

Harvard 3, Marist 1

In its first match Saturday morning, the Crimson steam-rolled its way to a tough 3-1 victory over the Red Foxes, 15-5, 15-4, 12-15, 15-9.

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"[The match] was a lot of fun," Denniston said. "We were having a really great time out there."

In addition to Dennison's 24 kills, Cebron powered the Harvard attack with a match-high five aces, and Yick added 10 digs.

Junior outside hitter Heidi Hildebrandt led the Red Foxes with 15 kills.

Harvard dominated the first game, quickly jumping out to an early 8-5 lead. A Yick ace, three definitive Denniston kills, and two balls hit long by the Red Foxes allowed the Crimson to score six straight points, giving Harvard an insurmountable 14-5 lead. After the two teams exchanged sideouts, Jellin closed out the first game with a crafty back-tap that escaped three Marist blockers.

Early in the second game, the Red Foxes battled to an early 2-1 lead against the Crimson, but Harvard soon regained its senses. A kill by Schaeffer forced a Marist sideout, and senior defensive specialist Laurel Rayburn gave Harvard the lead with a service ace on its next possession. The Crimson then ran off eight consecutive points, exploding to an 11-2 lead over the Red Foxes. A kill by junior outside hitter Sarah Mattson ended the second game for the Crimson, giving Harvard a 15-4 win.

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