“Every year our goal is to win the ACC. We definitely have a chance this year if we come together,” said senior outside hitter Kolby Bird.
Sports, Volleyball
Hurricanes prevail in comeback victory over Boston College Eagles
The Cardiac Canes struck again, but this time on the volleyball court at Knight Sports Complex. After dropping two of the first three sets, Miami was able to grind out a comeback to beat Boston College 3-2 Nov. 9.
Sports, Volleyball
Hurricanes dominate defending ACC champion UNC Tar Heels in 3-0 sweep
One day after the Miami Hurricanes football team escaped North Carolina on the gridiron, Canes volleyball downed the Tar Heels 3-0 on the hardwood. Miami (14-4, 8-4 ACC) controlled the match from start to finish and defeated the defending ACC champions 25-21, 25-18, 25-18. “UNC is a big physical team and they only blocked us…
Sports, Volleyball
Despite early lead, Hurricanes drop match to Notre Dame Fighting Irish 3-2
At one moment, it looked like the Miami Hurricanes were going to dominate their way to a sweep. Several moments later, they found themselves on the losing end of a competitive fight. That’s just how sports are sometimes. Despite winning the first two sets, the Canes saw their momentum fizzle out as they fell to…
Sports, Volleyball
UM drops third straight game, lose to Pittsburgh 3-1
It has been a tough week for Miami Hurricanes volleyball. After winning their first nine games of the season, the Canes have lost three straight. Miami lost 1-3 to Pittsburgh Oct. 8 at James L. Knight Sports Complex. The Hurricanes (9-3, 3-3 ACC) started off hot, taking hold of the first point with a kill…
Sports, Volleyball
Canes volleyball stays undefeated with 3-2 win over Virginia, 3-1 win over Notre Dame
Hurricanes volleyball defeated the Virginia Cavaliers 3-2 in a heart-pounding, five-set match (20-25, 25-21, 25-17, 23-25, 15-11) on Sunday, Sept. 24, to remain the only undefeated team left in the ACC. Led by 21 kills from senior outside hitter Olga Strantzali and a match-high 43 assists from redshirt junior setter Haley Templeton, Miami overcame issues…
Athletics, Soccer, Sports, Tennis, Volleyball
Miami soccer, volleyball and tennis all make changes to schedule
Three different Canes’ sports have either postponed or canceled scheduled events after Hurricane Irma ravaged South Florida. Hurricanes soccer (4-2) was set to travel to face Syracuse on Sept. 15, but the match has been postponed. The game will be rescheduled once the two programs can confirm a mutually agreeable date. The undefeated Hurricanes volleyball…
Football, Soccer, Sports, Volleyball
Sports Roundup: 9/1-9/3
Football The season is finally here. Head Coach Mark Richt and the Hurricanes will open the 2017 season at 12:30 p.m. Sept. 2 at Hard Rock Stadium with a matchup against the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats. Prepare to watch newly named starting quarterback Malik Rosier lead the Canes. Soccer Miami will finish up its five-game road trip…
Sports, Volleyball
Haak, Strantzali lead Hurricanes volleyball to 3-1 victory over Boston College Eagles
The Miami Hurricanes women’s volleyball team claimed their second victory of the weekend in a 3-1 win against Boston College on Sunday afternoon. The Canes dominated the four-set match throughout and capped off a successful bounce-back weekend. Sophomore outside hitter Anna Haak and junior outside hitter Olga Strantzali took over the game for Miami (13-15,…
Sports, Volleyball
Hurricanes volleyball falls to NC State Wolfpack 3-1
The Miami Hurricanes volleyball team fell to NC State 3-1 at the James L. Knight Sports Complex on Sunday afternoon. Despite a strong offensive showing, the Hurricanes (11-15, 5-9 ACC) dropped three straight sets after winning the opening game. Miami hit .340 percent for the match behind a career-high 19 kills for sophomore outside hitter Anna Haak….
Sports, Volleyball
Miami plays resilient match, drops game to No. 12 North Carolina 3-1
The Hurricanes were defeated 3-1 by the No. 12-ranked North Carolina Tar Heels on Friday, ending the team’s three-game win streak. Despite matching up against a top-15 team, junior outside hitter Olga Strantzali continued her run of statistical brilliance. She followed up her career-high 30 kill game from the previous week with 25 on Friday,…
Football, Sports, Swimming/Diving, Volleyball
Sports Roundup: football, volleyball, swimming and diving
Football Miami has lost four straight games after starting the season with a record of 4-0. The Hurricanes are looking for a much-needed victory in their Homecoming game against a tough Pittsburgh team. Kickoff is set for 12:30 p.m. on Saturday at Hard Rock Stadium. Volleyball The team is on its best streak of the…