The Daemen Wildcats men's volleyball team is set to play a crucial two-match series against Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU) this weekend in New Jersey. The Wildcats, with a record of 12-10 and 5-3 in Northeast Conference (NEC) play, look to build on their recent success after sweeping the Maryland Eastern Shore last weekend. FDU, however, comes in with a competitive 10-9 record and 4-2 in NEC play, making this a pivotal matchup for both teams.

By the Numbers
  • Daemen's record stands at 12-10 overall and 5-3 in the NEC.
  • FDU has matched last year's win total, now at 10-9 overall and 4-2 in conference matches.
State of Play
  • Daemen recently swept Maryland Eastern Shore, winning both matches 3-0 and 3-1 respectively.
  • The Wildcats are currently ranked second in the NEC in service aces and lead in opponent assists and kills.
What's Next

Following the road series against FDU, the Wildcats will return home for their final matches of the regular season, facing LIU on April 10-11, with a Senior Day celebration planned for the April 11 match.

Bottom Line

Daemen's upcoming matches against FDU are critical for their playoff positioning, maintaining their status as two-time defending NEC champions. Performance this weekend will be crucial in solidifying their standing in the conference as they aim for another successful postseason run.