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Volleyball Earns 15th Straight Win with Fifth Consecutive Sweep
11/4/2022 7:44:00 PM | Volleyball
CINCINNATI – The No. 23 University of Houston volleyball team continued to dominate in conference play, posting its fifth consecutive sweep in a three-set win over Cincinnati on Friday evening in Fifth Third Arena.
Houston (23-2, 14-0 The American) extended its win streak to 15 matches and has also won its last 17 sets dating back to the fourth set against Wichita State on Oct. 21. The Cougars also extended its win streak against fellow future Big 12 Conference member Cincinnati (6-17, 4-9 The American) to four matches.
With her first ace of the match, senior Abbie Jackson broke the program's all-time service aces record. She now has 143 in her career, surpassing Sami Sawyer's (1993-96) 140.
Jackson led the way on offense for Houston, posting a match-best 14 kills while senior Morgan Janda recorded her second consecutive double-double, tallying 18 assists and 12 digs. Senior Rachel Tullos also earned a match-leading six blocks.
Houston held its opponent to a sub-.100 hitting percentage for the third time this season, limiting the Bearcats to a .049 efficiency and never allowing a set hitting percentage over .100.
SET ONE
Houston and Cincinnati traded points to start the first set. With the Cougars leading 15-13 at the media timeout, a 4-0 run to extend their lead to 19-14 and a 3-0 run later in the set gave Houston enough to take the frame, 25-22.
Jackson earned six kills in the first set, leading both teams, while Janda and junior Annie Cooke both tallied five assists. The Cougars also suppressed any offense from Cincinnati, allowing the Bearcats only a .029 hitting percentage in the first frame.
SET TWO
Houston kept the momentum and surged in set two. Tied at 7-7, Houston posted a 6-1 run to take a 13-8 lead. Another 7-1 run later in the frame was all the Cougars needed to win the set, 25-16, and to set up a potential sweep in the third set.
Houston's offense shined in the frame with a .333 hitting percentage with 18 kills and only five errors.
SET THREE
With the opportunity for a fifth consecutive sweep, Houston didn't delay in shutting the door on any potential comebacks. The Cougars jumped out to a 7-5 lead, and after a while of trading points with Cincinnati, went on a 6-1 run to push their advantage to 18-13. While the Bearcats closed the gap slightly, a kill from graduate Isabel Theut on match point clinched the set, 25-21, and the game for the Cougars.
UP NEXT
The Cougars continue a three-game road swing with a pair of matches next week at Tulsa and Wichita State. Houston starts against the Golden Hurricane on Friday, Nov. 11 before heading to Wichita on Sunday, Nov. 13.
BUY TICKETS
Fans can purchase Houston Volleyball tickets by calling 713-GO-COOGS (462-6647) or by clicking here. The 31-match schedule features 14 contests inside the Fertitta Center.
SUPPORT HOUSTON RISE
Join Houston Rise, a $150 million fundraising campaign for Houston Athletics dedicated to championship success in the Big 12 Conference. Every Houston Rise contribution prepares our Cougars to compete and win when we start Big 12 competition in July 2023. Click here to rise and be counted.
JOIN POINT HOUSTON CLUB
Fans can help support the Houston Volleyball program by joining the Point HOUSTON Club. For more information about the Point HOUSTON Club, fans can click here or call Cougar Pride at 713-743-GoUH (4684).
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarVB on Twitter and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at UHCougarVB. Fans also can follow the team on Instagram at @UHCougarVB.
– UHCougars.com –
Houston (23-2, 14-0 The American) extended its win streak to 15 matches and has also won its last 17 sets dating back to the fourth set against Wichita State on Oct. 21. The Cougars also extended its win streak against fellow future Big 12 Conference member Cincinnati (6-17, 4-9 The American) to four matches.
With her first ace of the match, senior Abbie Jackson broke the program's all-time service aces record. She now has 143 in her career, surpassing Sami Sawyer's (1993-96) 140.
Jackson led the way on offense for Houston, posting a match-best 14 kills while senior Morgan Janda recorded her second consecutive double-double, tallying 18 assists and 12 digs. Senior Rachel Tullos also earned a match-leading six blocks.
Houston held its opponent to a sub-.100 hitting percentage for the third time this season, limiting the Bearcats to a .049 efficiency and never allowing a set hitting percentage over .100.
SET ONE
Houston and Cincinnati traded points to start the first set. With the Cougars leading 15-13 at the media timeout, a 4-0 run to extend their lead to 19-14 and a 3-0 run later in the set gave Houston enough to take the frame, 25-22.
Jackson earned six kills in the first set, leading both teams, while Janda and junior Annie Cooke both tallied five assists. The Cougars also suppressed any offense from Cincinnati, allowing the Bearcats only a .029 hitting percentage in the first frame.
SET TWO
Houston kept the momentum and surged in set two. Tied at 7-7, Houston posted a 6-1 run to take a 13-8 lead. Another 7-1 run later in the frame was all the Cougars needed to win the set, 25-16, and to set up a potential sweep in the third set.
Houston's offense shined in the frame with a .333 hitting percentage with 18 kills and only five errors.
SET THREE
With the opportunity for a fifth consecutive sweep, Houston didn't delay in shutting the door on any potential comebacks. The Cougars jumped out to a 7-5 lead, and after a while of trading points with Cincinnati, went on a 6-1 run to push their advantage to 18-13. While the Bearcats closed the gap slightly, a kill from graduate Isabel Theut on match point clinched the set, 25-21, and the game for the Cougars.
UP NEXT
The Cougars continue a three-game road swing with a pair of matches next week at Tulsa and Wichita State. Houston starts against the Golden Hurricane on Friday, Nov. 11 before heading to Wichita on Sunday, Nov. 13.
BUY TICKETS
Fans can purchase Houston Volleyball tickets by calling 713-GO-COOGS (462-6647) or by clicking here. The 31-match schedule features 14 contests inside the Fertitta Center.
SUPPORT HOUSTON RISE
Join Houston Rise, a $150 million fundraising campaign for Houston Athletics dedicated to championship success in the Big 12 Conference. Every Houston Rise contribution prepares our Cougars to compete and win when we start Big 12 competition in July 2023. Click here to rise and be counted.
JOIN POINT HOUSTON CLUB
Fans can help support the Houston Volleyball program by joining the Point HOUSTON Club. For more information about the Point HOUSTON Club, fans can click here or call Cougar Pride at 713-743-GoUH (4684).
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarVB on Twitter and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at UHCougarVB. Fans also can follow the team on Instagram at @UHCougarVB.
– UHCougars.com –
Team Stats
UH
UC
Kills
42
23
Errors
19
18
Attempts
109
103
Hitting %
.211
.049
Points
58
35
Assists
40
23
Aces
9
3
Blocks
7
9
Game Leaders
Kills
14
Aces
3
Blocks
1
Kills
9
Aces
0
Blocks
0
Kills
7
Aces
1
Blocks
2
Kills
5
Aces
0
Blocks
4
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