When Demarest is in need of a game-changing play, captain Schuyler Berenbroick is often there to deliver.

With the match even at one-set apiece and decisive third-set tied at 9-9, Berenbroick stepped up to serve. She delivered back-to-back aces to break the deadlock and quiet the massive contingent of River Dell fans.

“She has done a great job being my captain and being my leader on the court,” Demarest head coach Chris DiGirolamo said. “I am so happy for Schuyler - she puts all her emotion into every single point.”

After Berenbroick’s aces, third-seeded Demarest, No 16 in the NJ.com Top 20, held on to win the crucial third set on its way to 21-25, 25-11, 25-23, 25-23 victory over top-seeded River Dell in the NJSIAA North Jersey, Section 1, Group 2 Tournament final.

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