UNCW Volleyball Faces Charleston in Challenging Matchup

CHARLESTON, S.C. – In a spirited encounter on Friday, the UNCW Seahawks volleyball team fell short against the College of Charleston Cougars, losing in four sets. The final scores were 25-21, 16-25, 14-25, and 22-25, marking a tough day for the Seahawks in Coastal Athletic Association (CAA) action.

Match Highlights

• Top Performers: Hannah Forbes led the Seahawks with 12 kills, while Lauren Young contributed 10 kills. On the opposing side, Izzy Marinelli emerged as a standout for the Cougars, achieving a career-high 20 kills.
• Set Breakdown:
  • Set 1: The Seahawks started strong, securing a 25-22 victory with notable performances from Forbes.
  • Sets 2 and 3: The Cougars regained momentum, winning decisively.
  • Set 4: The final set was closely contested, with UNCW coming back from a 22-19 deficit to tie the score before ultimately falling short.
• Notable Contributions: Marnie Ursem added depth to the Seahawks’ performance with six kills, five digs, three aces, and four blocks.

Upcoming Match

Current Standings

With this result, the Cougars improved their CAA record to 8-3 and their overall record to 14-7. In contrast, UNCW’s standing dropped to 2-7 in conference play and 3-16 overall.

Conclusion

The UNCW Seahawks will be looking to regroup and bounce back in their next encounter against the Cougars, expected to be a competitive match scheduled for Saturday at 2 PM. Fans are encouraged to support their team as they aim to improve their standing in the league.