The Blue Devils Are Heating Up: Second Straight Win for Central Connecticut

Central Connecticut picked up their second consecutive victory with a strong showing against Saint Peter's, winning at home in Hard Hittin’ New Britain in straight sets to improve to 2-6 on the season. The Blue Devils have begun to catch fire. Their latest win showcased a balanced team effort, led by standout performances from Olivia Keckler and Weronika Poczynek. They’ve now won 5 straight sets as a result.

Keckler, the reigning NEC Rookie of the Week, lived up to her billing with a game-high 12 kills and an impressive .458 hitting percentage. She was a constant force at the net, delivering in key moments to keep the momentum firmly in CCSU's favor. Poczynek also contributed heavily to the Blue Devils' attack, adding 11 kills of her own while recording a .162 hitting percentage.

CCSU’s offense was well-orchestrated by setter Larissa Hiemer, who posted 31 assists and chipped in 2 service aces. Her ability to distribute the ball effectively allowed multiple players to get involved in the attack. Lauren Milani also had a standout all-around performance with 6 kills, 8 digs, and 3 service aces, showcasing her versatility on the court.

Defensively, the Blue Devils held strong, with Kaylin Hadley adding 5 blocks, while Keckler and Poczynek contributed to key defensive moments that kept Saint Peter's at bay. The Blue Devils took control early in each set and never looked back, closing out each frame with authority.

With this win, CCSU appears to be hitting their stride at the perfect time. Their confidence looks to be growing and they’re gelling as a team with NEC play now just around the corner. Keckler is emerging as a force and the Blue Devils, picked fifth by media in the pre-season, look poised to make some noise if they can continue to stay hot.