Melrose's road warriors chilled 'The Inferno' en route to a possible undefeated ML12 campaign, downing the Burlington Red Devils 25-22, 19-25, 21-25, 25-8, 15-10.
The win brings Melrose to 14-4, 14-0 in the ML12.
The large Burlington crowd witnessed outstanding play by both teams and resilience by Melrose down the stretch.
Melrose re-engaged in the fourth set with aggressive play. Sustaining aggressive play often carries the day.
Keys to victory?
- Chloe Gentile had a strong match throughout.
- Melrose came out angry after the third set and rebounded by thumping Burlington in the fourth.
- Sophomore Leah Fowke had an extended service run and Melrose got out to an 18-3 lead en route to the tying set.
- Emma Desmond continued her strong play at libero.
- Melrose reduced service errors significantly.
Melrose notes: Melrose hosts Wilmington Wednesday as they play out the Freedom Division schedule.
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