The No. 4 St. Joseph's University men's volleyball team concluded its season with a loss to top-seeded St. Joseph's (Long Island), losing in straight sets (17-25, 21-25, 18-25) in the Skyline Conference Championship Semifinal. Despite a strong second set with lead changes, the Bears couldn't overcome Long Island's consistent offense, highlighted by match-high kills from Jeremias Martinez. This match marks the end of a historic season, wherein several individual performance records were set, including new highs in kills and assists.

By the Numbers
  • Jeremias Martinez notched a match-high 14 kills and 14 digs.
  • St. Joseph's Brooklyn achieved 11 wins, setting a new program record for wins in a single season.
State of Play
  • The Bears entered the match with strong momentum but faced early offensive struggles.
  • Key players like Sango and DeMeo contributed significantly despite the loss.
What's Next

The Golden Eagles will move forward to host the Championship Final against Manhattanville University, while the Bears will look to build on this season's achievements in future campaigns.

Bottom Line

Despite the loss, the Bears' season is defined by record-breaking performances and growth, signaling a promising future for the program under head coach Desmond Hamilton.