News Summary
The UCF volleyball team struggled in their recent match against No. 11 ranked TCU, suffering a 3-1 defeat at The Venue. Despite an early lead and rallying in the third set, UCF could not maintain momentum. Junior Avah Armour shined with 18 kills, contributing significantly to the Knights’ effort. With this loss, UCF’s overall season record now stands at 10-6 and 1-4 in Big 12 play. The team hopes to regroup and build on their past victories as they prepare for upcoming matches against West Virginia and Arizona.
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The UCF volleyball team faced a challenging match on Thursday night, suffering a 3-1 defeat against the No. 11 ranked TCU at The Venue. Despite the outcome, the Knights exhibited strong performances, particularly in the early stages of the match.
UCF began the contest with optimism, taking an early lead in the first set. However, they could not maintain this momentum, ultimately falling behind against TCU. In the second set, UCF fought hard, pushing the score to a dramatic finish but ultimately losing 27-25 after multiple extra points. The Knights rallied in the third set, securing their only victory of the match with a close score of 29-27. Unfortunately, TCU regained control in the fourth set, coming out on top with a score of 25-22 to clinch the match.
Player Highlights
Junior outside hitter Avah Armour stood out as the top performer for UCF, recording 18 kills and 11 digs. Her contributions were vital in keeping the Knights competitive throughout the match. Other key players included sophomore outside hitters Fallon Stewart and Ella Chapman, along with redshirt sophomore middle blocker Sasha Cohen, each logging nine kills.
Defensive Efforts
UCF showcased solid defensive skills, accumulating a total of 58 digs during the match. However, their effectiveness at the net was lacking, as they only managed to record nine blocks. This struggle at the net challenged their ability to counter TCU’s offensive strategies.
Current Season Record
With the loss against TCU, UCF’s season record now stands at 10-6 overall and 1-4 in Big 12 play. This defeat follows their previous match, where UCF also lost to Iowa State in four sets. On a more positive note, prior to facing TCU, UCF achieved a significant win against Cincinnati on September 24, marking head coach Matt Botsford’s first victory in Big 12 competition and the volleyball program’s 800th overall victory.
Looking Ahead
UCF volleyball aims to regroup as they continue their homestand. The Knights will host West Virginia on Sunday and Arizona on October 17. These upcoming matches will be crucial as UCF looks to improve their standing in the conference and build off their past successes.
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