McDermott averaged 16.60 pins per frame for Wagner at the Northeast Classic, a three-day event that was hosted by Sacred Heart. The Seahawks placed 26th overall among a competitive 33-team field. The New City, NY native was consistent in both the traditional team and baker rounds, averaging 16.10 and 16.93 pins per frame, respectively. McDermott knocked down 9+ pins on 60.0 percent of her first shots and went on to fill 70.4 percent of frames bowled at the three-day event. This is her second NEC Rookie of the Week honor. The Seahawks began the weekend with a pair of traditional play wins over No. 17 Tulane and No. 1 McKendree, the defending NCAA National Champion.