Lady Raiders Earn Signature Win Against Newton North Tigers

Melrose volleyball (4-0) continues its remarkable run of success, highlighted by a state championship (2012), eleven consecutive D2 North title appearances, and seven D2 North titles, beating powerhouse Newton North. Melrose won a hard fought 25-23, 25-15, 23-25, 25-23 match, highlighted by aggressive offense, spectacular defense at times, and consistent serving to be the Bay State League power.

Newton North comes in as a favorite to go deep into the playoffs and contend against perennial state champion, Barnstable.

Allie Nolan delivered the coup de gras on the final point, a winner down the line, redemption versus Melrose’s sole defeat from 2012.

Newton North coach Richard Barton remarked to Melrose coach Scott Celli that “too much offense” was the difference. The offensive accolades should be spread around but Melrose’s “Big Four” of Meri Lessing, Hannah Mulcahy, Marissa Cataldo, and Victoria Crovo threw the lion’s share of the punches at the Tigers. The match was Melrose’s first win over Newton North.