The fifth Sacred Heart player to win NEC Player of the Week accolades this season, Pillo delivered a dominating performance in winning the #2 singles flight at the New England Championships at Fairfield University over the weekend. She opened with a 6-3, 6-1 win over Hartford’s Lauren Perry, then advanced to the finals with a 6-1, 6-0 victory over Katie Irwin of Holy Cross. Pillo then swept Providence’s Sara Bitetti in straight sets, 6-2, 6-4, to claim the championship. In doubles play, the Shelton, CT product paired with junior Lauren Galatie for a third place finish at the #1 flight. With Pillo leading the way, the Pioneers recorded their best-ever finish at the event, placing second behind Providence.