Austin Ampeloquio

Akiko Hatakeyama developed connections while playing professionally in Europe.

The Owls saw a mix of season highs and lows during three matches this weekend.

Janine Simmons played 17 games last year after starting 28 as a sophomore.

The Owls lost to the University of Maryland Baltimore County and tournament host University of Maryland on Saturday.

Senior outside hitter Izzy Rapacz led the Owls to a straight sets victory with a double-double.

The Owls open play on Friday against Northeastern University before matches against two Maryland schools.

The Owls have now lost four of their last five games after Wednesday’s 73-59 loss to Connecticut at the Gampel Pavilion.

Students moving on-campus during Drexel’s Welcome Week were in full throat during the Dragons’ 3-2 win against Temple Tuesday night at Vidas Field.