READING, Pa. - The Widener University women's volleyball team came away with its third straight victory after it swept Alvernia, 25-20, 25-13, 25-15, on Wednesday night on the road.

The Pride improved to 3-8 on the season.

HOW IT HAPPENED AGAINST ALVERNIA

• The Pride opened the match by going on a 15-4 run to overcome a 7-2 deficit and cruise to a win in the first set.
• The Pride won the second game by putting together a 22-8 run to come back from a brief 5-3 deficit. In the final game, the Pride led wire-to-wire to come away with the victory.
• Martucci tied her career high with 17 kills to lead the Pride. The junior outside hitter had 17 kills against Wilkes last season.
• Megan Barthol posted a double-double, handing out a match-high 30 assists and making 12 digs.
• Shannon Toomey and Alex Verchio made an impact on the front line, totaling five blocks apiece.
• Liz Barnes did well serving the ball, notching three service aces.

 
UP NEXT
Widener returns to Chester to host Rutgers-Newark on Friday in non-conference action. Match is set for 7 p.m.