DOVER, Delaware – November 13, 2026 – The University of Maryland Eastern Shore volleyball team pushed Delaware State to five sets Friday night before falling 3-2 in its regular-season finale at Memorial Hall.
Eastern Shore came out strong, taking the opening set 25-20. Delaware State responded with a 25-17 win in the second before the Hawks regained the advantage with a 25-23 victory in the third.
The Hornets forced a deciding set after taking the fourth 25-17 and closed the match with a 15-9 win in the fifth.
Jayda Hutchins led the Eastern Shore attack with 12 kills and added 13 digs for a double-double. Malaysia Shaw followed with 11 kills and four blocks, while Shayla Henry recorded eight kills and two service aces.
Dynasty Andrews contributed five blocks, while Karielys Melendez anchored the back row with a match-high 21 digs. Arianna Warner Torres dished out a team-high 22 assists.
The Hawks finished the night with 44 kills, 66 digs and 10 total blocks.
Eastern Shore closes the regular season at 2-23 overall and 1-13 in MEAC play.
Up Next
The Hawks now turn their attention to postseason play as they prepare for the 2026 MEAC Volleyball Championship Tournament next weekend.
