New Hampshire swept NJIT, 3-0, in America East play Sunday in Newark. NJIT’s best chance came in the second set, when it built a four-point lead but couldn’t hold off the Wildcats’ comeback.

By the Numbers
  • New Hampshire won 25-20, 25-23 and 25-18.
  • Aries Fontaine led NJIT with 10 kills and four blocks.
  • Cece Marino recorded 20 assists and 12 digs.
Yes, But

NJIT showed resilience, including a late rally in the third set that cut a 24-13 deficit to 24-18. New Hampshire still closed out the match on its next point.

What's Next

NJIT has two regular-season matches left and visits Binghamton on Saturday, Nov. 8. First serve is scheduled for noon.

Bottom Line

The second-set collapse proved costly: NJIT had chances to shift the match’s momentum, but New Hampshire finished the key rallies and secured the sweep.