For the first time in program history, the Golden Eagles defeated a team on their home court in the NCAA Tournament, defeating the High Point University Panthers 3-0 (25-11, 25-19, 25-15) in first round of the NCAA Tournament Friday night.
“Just being able to do our preparation here at home was a really big boost to the team,” redshirt senior Jenna Rosenthal said. “Everyone was just really excited to have another home-stand at the Al McGuire Center.”
From the beginning, it was utter Marquette dominance. Two consecutive service aces from junior setter Lauren Speckman sparked an 11-3 run for Marquette.