LANGHORN, Pa. - Men's Volleyball has been on first this week, picking up their third sweep in a row over the Cairn Highlanders. 

The Pride improve to 6-3 on the season and remain 0-0 in conference play. 

BY THE NUMBERS 

• Michael Martino led Widener's attack with 14 kills on 21 total attacks, posting an impressive .571 hitting percentage while adding 3 digs and 2 block assists for 15 total points. 

• Christian Wannamaker delivered a strong offensive performance with 10 kills on 14 attacks (.571 hitting percentage), along with 2 service aces and 12 total attacks, contributing 12 points in the win. 

• Matthew Christ was a key contributor with 10 kills on 22 attacks (.364 hitting percentage), 2 service aces, 5 digs, and 2 block assists, helping Widener secure the 3-0 sweep over Cairn. 

• Jason Sandberg controlled the offense efficiently, tallying 38 assists, 1 kill, 1 service ace, and 2 block assists, playing a crucial role in Widener's dominant victory. 

HOW IT HAPPENED 

• Widener started strong, opening the match with early kills from Michael Martino and Matthew Christ, establishing momentum. The teams traded points early, with 10 ties and 6 lead changes, but a mid-set surge fueled by Christian Wannamaker's attacking and Jason Sandberg's precise setting helped Widener pull away. A key service ace from Wannamaker and a block from Josh Akinwale helped close out the set, giving Widener a 25-19 victory. 

• Widener carried its momentum into the second set, jumping out to an early lead with kills from Martino and Stephen Marquis. A key 5-1 scoring run featuring multiple kills from Wannamaker and Christ extended the lead, while Sandberg's steady playmaking kept the offense running smoothly. Despite a brief push from Cairn, Martino and Marquis sealed the set with crucial kills, securing another 25-19 win. 

• Looking to complete the sweep, Widener dominated the final set with its most efficient attacking performance, hitting .458 as a team. Martino and Christ once again led the offense, while Akinwale contributed at the net with a key solo block. A 6-1 run midway through the set, capped by a Sandberg service ace, put Widener in full control. The team maintained its composure down the stretch, closing out the match on a Martino kill to clinch a 25-17 victory and a 3-0 sweep. 

UP NEXT 

The Pride will need to rest quick as they will participate in a Wilkes-hosted tri-match where they will face national #2 team South Virginia and Wilkes. First serve is Saturday, Feb 8 at 1pm and 3pm respectively.