The Crimson cannot afford to leave without wins over Santa Clara and at least one of the higher-ranked teams. When the team returns it will jump right into Ivy League play. Two road trips in the past two weeks, to Kentucky and Alabama, respectively, have yielded little in the way of wins. But the sunny California weather may be exactly what the Crimson needs to get itself going again.

Men's Volleyball

Last year over Spring Break, the men's volleyball paid a visit to the classic CBS game show "The Price is Right" on its annual California road trip. In addition to the laughs and merriment provided by the show, junior co-captain Justin Micomonaco was "called on down" to be a contestant by Rod Roddy and won a parrot armoire, a bar set, and a riding lawn mower.

This year, while it may be difficult to match the excitement of a well-placed kiss from Bob Barker or the mystical allure of Plinko and the Showcase Showdown, the men's volleyball team has a serious chance of turning heads on the court as well as off of it.

Heading into a week chock full of both competition and relaxation, the Crimson (10-4, 6-2 EIVA) seems to be firing on all cylinders.

Last week, fueled by stellar performances by seniors Joe Herger and Ed Pankau, Harvard eradicated a three-match losing streak by rattling off four straight victories to maintain first place within its division.

Also, Harvard will have its full arsenal at the disposal of Coach Tom Wilson. The Crimson had previously been handicapped by crucial injuries to Micomonaco and sophomore outside hitter Justin Denham, but will boast a healthy roster in California.

In the Golden State, Harvard will play four matches in four days. The first three will be played against Cal Baptist, Santa Barbara Community College and La Verne.