UNCW Volleyball: Looking Ahead to Stony Brook After Thrilling Match Against Elon
ELON, N.C. – The UNCW volleyball team finds itself at a pivotal moment following a closely contested matchup against rivals Elon. Despite Hannah Forbes achieving her third consecutive double-double with a remarkable 18 kills, the Seahawks narrowly lost to the Phoenix in five sets. The final scores were 25-21, 22-25, 19-25, 25-21, and 16-18.
Match Overview
The loss marks a significant setback for the Seahawks, eliminating them from contention for the conference tournament. With an overall record of 4-20, including 3-11 in league play, the team seeks to rebound in their upcoming matches.
Key Performers
- Hannah Forbes: Achieved a career-high of 18 kills and recorded 11 digs.
- Lilly Sullivan: Contributed with a personal best of 11 kills.
- Olivia Heidel: Provided 48 assists—a season-high—and added three kills, signifying the most assists by a Seahawk since 2022.
Match Highlights
The Seahawks fought to force a decisive fifth set, winning the fourth set with determination. At one point, they led 14-12 in the final set, but Elon’s resilient performance, including key plays from Lindsay Harris and a serve from Catherine Rucker, shifted the momentum. Elon concluded the match with a winning kill from Cameron Lanier, who matched Forbes’s tally of 18 kills.
Upcoming Matches
The Seahawks look to regain their footing as they host Stony Brook for two matches starting on November 14. The team hopes to turn its season around and finish strong as the regular season comes to an end.
