The No. 7-ranked University of Louisville volleyball team is gearing up for their final regular season match against the No. 12-ranked Georgia Tech. The match is set to take place at 5 p.m. on Wednesday afternoon. The Cardinals are coming off a tough loss to now No. 3-ranked Pittsburgh, in a five-set battle. Despite the loss, the team put up a strong fight, with outside hitter Anna DeBeer registering a career-high 29 kills and hitting .404. Outside hitter Charitie Luper also had a career-high in kills, finishing with 24. The team is looking to bounce back and end the regular season on a high note.
Louisville faced off against Georgia Tech earlier in the month and came up short, losing in four sets. The Cardinals are eager for another shot at the Yellow Jackets and hope to secure a victory this time around. The match will be a test for both teams as they prepare for the upcoming NCAA Division I Women’s Volleyball Championship.
The Yellow Jackets have had a successful season, boasting a 22-5 overall record and a 13-4 conference record. They recently fell to Miami in three sets but rebounded with a sweep against Syracuse. Georgia Tech has notable wins over Penn State and Ohio State, which were ranked No. 14 and No. 12 respectively at the time of their matches. Head coach Michelle Collier, entering her 10th season, has led the team to their third consecutive NCAA Tournament appearance. Outside hitters Tamara Otene and Bianca Bertolino lead the team offensively, with a combined total of 642 kills. Libero Paolo Pimental has been anchoring the defense with an impressive 420 digs this season.
Both teams will be giving it their all in this highly anticipated rematch. Louisville will be looking to avenge their earlier loss and end their regular season on a high note, while Georgia Tech is aiming to keep their momentum going as they approach the NCAA Tournament. The match is sure to be competitive and will showcase the talent and skill of both teams. Volleyball fans won’t want to miss this thrilling showdown.
