Melrose traveled to Watertown and emerged with a 25-17, 25-10, 25-17 win. The victory boosts the locals' record to 10-3 and automatically qualifies them for the postseason.
Watertown (ranked 19 in Division 3) was the most proficient club in their history with resilient defense, credible serving and a solid, athletic setter.
Melrose got off to a fast start in the match which forced Watertown to play uphill. Amelie Johnson had a strong first set with three or four kills as Melrose had excellent attack distribution.
Melrose dominated the second set with a strong performance from Sabrina McArt who soared for kills and blocks.
The final set showcased the varied skills of Elise Marchais who had at least half a dozen kills, blocks, and flummoxed Watertown from every angle.
Overall, the performance classified as a team win with workmanlike performances across the board.
Melrose Notes:
Watertown showed off their new gymnasium, which included an upstairs running track.
Former Melrose middle Manon Marchais was in the crowd.
Reading whitewashed Woburn 3-0 in Reading, dropping Woburn to 8-5.
Winchester held serve blanking Belmont 3-0.
As previously noted, the MIAA Power Rankings determine the ML12 tournament seedings. The home match Thursday against Belmont carries extra juice.
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