Games of the Weekend Preview: Stonehill vs. Assumption

There’s not a lot of NEC Volleyball this weekend, but the Northeast Conference has a doubleheader matchup when Stonehill takes on Assumption from their former conference, the NE-10. Stonehill will be looking to get some momentum and some more wins under their belt before they embark on conference play, which is finally just around the corner for the league.

The Skyhawks and the Greyhounds will be facing off in a pair of matches that are set to challenge both squads. Stonehill comes in with a 3-7 record, while Assumption is 3-8, making this a key showdown for both teams looking to gain confidence as the season progresses. For the Skyhawks, these are critical tune-ups before the real season begins.

Stonehill's top performers this season include Mia Berardino, who leads the team with 70 kills and a .274 hitting percentage. Her offensive power, paired with the Amaya Parnell (167 assists and a solid 4.64 assists per set), will be essential for Stonehill to control the game against Assumption. Georgia Murphy has also been a key contributor, tallying 65 kills.

Assumption University, competing in Division II's NE-10 conference where Stonehill previously played, will be hungry for a win on their home court. Stonehill will need to stay sharp in both matches to secure victories. With both teams having similar records, these games will be hard-fought battles, and Stonehill’s ability to limit errors and take advantage of Assumption’s weaknesses will be crucial.

The first game kicks off at 11:00 AM, with the second immediately following at 1:30 PM. Stonehill will look to come out strong and take control early, relying on their experienced players to lead the way. If they can stay consistent and execute their game plan, they have a great chance to come away with two important wins in Worcester before heading into NEC competition.