Volleyball Set to Host FSU and Miami

Friday, September 29

LOUISVILLE, KY

7:00 p.m.

University of Louisville

FLORIDA STATE

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Cards face the top two teams in the ACC

By: Nancy Worley

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Looking to bounce back from a hard-fought 3-2 loss against the North Carolina Tar Heels, the University of Louisville volleyball team will return to Cardinal Arena this weekend for marquee matchups against the two top-ranked teams in the ACC. The Cardinals will first host No. 21 Florida State on Friday at 7 p.m., followed by current ACC leader Miami (Fla.) at 1 p.m. on Sunday.

Facing one of the toughest schedules in the nation, the Cardinals are currently 7-5 overall and 1-1 in conference play. Against North Carolina, the Cardinals amassed 66 kills, bolstered by 18 from sophomore outside hitter Melanie McHenry, but ultimately fell to the surging Tar Heels in five sets (19-25, 25-18, 18-25, 25-19, 15-12).

McHenry is leading the attack for Louisville with 151 kills on the season, followed by senior outside hitter Tess Clark with 129. Molly Sauer leads the team in digs with 178, while Wilma Rivera has tallied 124 digs and a team-high 16 service aces. Maggie DeJong has been a strong defensive presence for the Cardinals, leading the team with 45 total blocks.

Florida State
The Seminoles recently checked in at No. 21 in the national rankings following two straight 3-1 ACC victories over Virginia and Virginia Tech. They currently rank second in the ACC with an overall record of 8-2 and a 2-0 record in conference action, falling only to the top-ranked Florida Gators and the No. 24 Colorado State Rams. As a team, the Noles are second in the ACC in digs, averaging 16.15 per set.

Florida State is led by senior outside hitter Milica Kubura, who has accumulated 151 kills and 40 blocks through ten matches. Fellow senior outside hitter Natasha Calkins also adds scoring power for the Seminoles, totaling 125 kills on the season. Senior libero Cecilie Woie has recorded a team high 173 digs, while Taryn Knuth controls the net with 47 total blocks.

Miami
With an overall record of 8-0, the undefeated Miami Hurricanes enter Sunday's matchup as the top-ranked team in the ACC. The Hurricanes opened conference play with two home contests, defeating Virginia Tech 3-1 (25-20, 23-25, 25-18, 25-23) and Virginia 3-2 (20-25, 25-21, 25-17, 23-25, 15-11). Collectively, Miami leads the ACC in service aces, totaling 56 through eight matches and averaging 1.75 per set.

Senior outside hitter Olga Strantzali boasts a hitting percentage of .304 and is sitting atop the ACC leaderboard in kills, averaging 4.91 per set. Strantzali has also posted a team high 22 service aces and has tallied 13 blocks through 32 sets. Senior defensive specialist Sylvia Hernandez leads the Hurricanes with 136 digs, while accumulating nine service aces of her own.

Following both matches, full recaps will be available on GoCards.com.

Series Record Vs. Florida State and Miami
Louisville trails the series with Florida State 5-12.
Louisville holds a 4-2 edge in the series with Miami.

Cards Face Steep Schedule
After ten matches, the Card's rank No. 5 in the nation in toughest schedules. Fur of their first ten opponents have been nationally ranked. Add Illinois into the receiving votes category and it's easy to see how the Cards rank this highly.

Cards Attendance is Ranked
UofL ranks No. 56 in attendance in NCAA with an average of 908. The Cards are ranked 22nd in capacity percentage. Ranked fifth in the conference in average attendance.

Clark Among NCAA Career Leaders
Tess Clark is ranked No. 13 in active career leaders in hitting percentage with .364.

2017 Volleyball Promotions Schedule

Friday, Sept. 29 vs. Florida State: Stripe-Out/T-Shirt Giveaway
Sunday, Oct. 1 vs. Miami: Hike & Spike Weekend/Post-match Youth Clinic/Point Cards cards to the first 500 fans

Clear Bag Policy
As Cardinal Volleyball fans get their first real glimpse of the newly refurbished Cardinal Arena, athletic officials want to remind them that the clear bag policy will be in effect for all venues for all University of Louisville sports venues.

In the interest of augmenting existing security measures at athletic events, University of Louisville Athletics is implementing new security measures at the entry gates and restricting the size and type of bag that may be carried into the arena for home volleyball matches.

Fans are encouraged not to bring any bags inside Cardinal Arena; however, each ticket holder is allowed one small clutch purse (no larger than 6.5 x 4.5 inches) and one large clear bag, either a one-gallon clear Ziploc-style storage bag or a 12 x 6 x 12 inches clear tote bag. The policy, which includes all UofL athletics venues on campus, is similar to one instituted at all NFL and many collegiate venues in recent years, enhancing security procedures to ensure a safe environment.

Diaper bags (with child) are permitted and subject to a thorough security inspection. A clear bag is strongly recommended for bringing diapers and non-medically necessary items for babies and young children. An exception will be made to allow medical items that cannot be transported in a clear bag into the venue. Medically necessary items or equipment may be brought to the match, but the bags or equipment must inspected and tagged by security supervisors at the entry gates.

Fans will be asked to return non-approved bags or other items to their vehicle prior to arena entry. There is no check-in location for prohibited bags at the arena.

Approved clear tote bags are available for purchase from Cardinal Authentic, the store located at Gate 2 of Papa John's Cardinal Stadium at 2800 South Floyd Street. For additional inquiries on purchasing bags from Cardinal Authentic, call 502-852-3002. Fans are reminded that a standard, one-gallon clear Ziploc-style storage bag is approved. Fans may also bring appropriately sized clear tote bags they have previously obtained at other venues.

Fans are also advised that the use of tobacco products, including electronic cigarettes and vaping, is strictly prohibited in all UofL facilities, as well as within 50 feet of an exterior gate or entrance. There are no designated smoking areas near Cardinal Arena and re-entry is prohibited. All UofL athletic facilities are part of the UofL tobacco-free campus.