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Volleyball Sinks Pirates in Three-Set Sweep
9/30/2022 7:36:00 PM | Volleyball
GREENVILLE, N.C. – The University of Houston volleyball team used a three-set sweep of the East Carolina Pirates to remain a perfect 3-0 in conference play on Friday evening in Greenville, N.C.
Houston (12-2, 3-0 The American) used multiple scoring runs in the 25-23, 25-22, 25-19 win over East Carolina (5-10, 0-3 The American) on the road. The 12-2 start for the Cougars is tied for the best through 14 games in the David Rehr era, matching a 12-2 start in the COVID-delayed 2020 season.
Abbie Jackson tallied six service aces in the match, including five in the first set, which is a new season-high for the senior outside hitter. The mark is also tied for the most aces in a three-set match in program history, matching Getchen Klug's six against Texas Southern on Sept. 9, 1987. The total adds to her career number to give Jackson 127 in her four seasons with the Cougars, earning her sole possession of second place on the team's all-time list, only 13 away from tying Sami Sawyer's 140 from 1993-1996.
Jackson also led the match with 18 kills, while junior Annie Cooke paced the Cougars with 33 assists for the second straight contest. Meanwhile, junior Kate Georgiades continued her streak of matches leading Houston in digs with 12 on Friday evening.
SET 1
Two quick service aces from Jackson gave the Cougars an early 4-2 lead in the first set. Later in the frame, Houston extended its lead to 18-10 on a 6-0 run that featured three consecutive aces from Jackson, a pair of kills from senior Rachel Tullos and a kill from graduate Kortlyn Henderson.
The Cougars ultimately took the set, 25-23, behind 11 points from Jackson and 10 assists from Cooke.
SET 2
The second set played out similar to the first. Tied at 3-3, Houston rallied for a 6-0 run to put itself in front for good, earning the set win, 25-22.
SET 3
Houston wasted no time in taking control of the final set. Behind a .800 sideout percentage, the Cougars didn't allow more than two consecutive ECU serves in the entire frame. Overall in the set, Houston didn't allow the Pirates to lead or tie and earned the set win, 25-19, and a match sweep, 3-0.
UP NEXT
The Cougars continue its conference road trip in Philadelphia for a Sunday match against Temple. First serve in the weekend finale is set for 11 a.m. ET on ESPN+. Houston currently has a two-match win streak against the Owls, taking both matchups in 2021. Temple leads the all-time series, 10-5.
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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.
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JOIN POINT HOUSTON CLUB
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– UHCougars.com –
Houston (12-2, 3-0 The American) used multiple scoring runs in the 25-23, 25-22, 25-19 win over East Carolina (5-10, 0-3 The American) on the road. The 12-2 start for the Cougars is tied for the best through 14 games in the David Rehr era, matching a 12-2 start in the COVID-delayed 2020 season.
Abbie Jackson tallied six service aces in the match, including five in the first set, which is a new season-high for the senior outside hitter. The mark is also tied for the most aces in a three-set match in program history, matching Getchen Klug's six against Texas Southern on Sept. 9, 1987. The total adds to her career number to give Jackson 127 in her four seasons with the Cougars, earning her sole possession of second place on the team's all-time list, only 13 away from tying Sami Sawyer's 140 from 1993-1996.
Jackson also led the match with 18 kills, while junior Annie Cooke paced the Cougars with 33 assists for the second straight contest. Meanwhile, junior Kate Georgiades continued her streak of matches leading Houston in digs with 12 on Friday evening.
SET 1
Two quick service aces from Jackson gave the Cougars an early 4-2 lead in the first set. Later in the frame, Houston extended its lead to 18-10 on a 6-0 run that featured three consecutive aces from Jackson, a pair of kills from senior Rachel Tullos and a kill from graduate Kortlyn Henderson.
The Cougars ultimately took the set, 25-23, behind 11 points from Jackson and 10 assists from Cooke.
SET 2
The second set played out similar to the first. Tied at 3-3, Houston rallied for a 6-0 run to put itself in front for good, earning the set win, 25-22.
SET 3
Houston wasted no time in taking control of the final set. Behind a .800 sideout percentage, the Cougars didn't allow more than two consecutive ECU serves in the entire frame. Overall in the set, Houston didn't allow the Pirates to lead or tie and earned the set win, 25-19, and a match sweep, 3-0.
UP NEXT
The Cougars continue its conference road trip in Philadelphia for a Sunday match against Temple. First serve in the weekend finale is set for 11 a.m. ET on ESPN+. Houston currently has a two-match win streak against the Owls, taking both matchups in 2021. Temple leads the all-time series, 10-5.
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
ECU
Kills
46
34
Errors
16
11
Attempts
105
93
Hitting %
.286
.247
Points
59
50
Assists
42
33
Aces
9
6
Blocks
4
10
Game Leaders
Kills
18
Aces
6
Blocks
0
Kills
10
Aces
1
Blocks
0
Kills
10
Aces
0
Blocks
2
Kills
4
Aces
0
Blocks
1
Players Mentioned
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