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University of North Carolina Athletics
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Volleyball Hosts Wake Forest And Virginia Tech
October 7, 2021 | Volleyball
CHAPEL HILL – After last weekend's trip to Florida, the Carolina volleyball team returns home to welcome two ACC opponents: Wake Forest and Virginia Tech.
The Tar Heels face the Demon Deacons at 6 p.m. on Friday, while first serve against the Hokies is set for 1 p.m. on Sunday. Both matches will be streamed on ACCNX from Carmichael Arena. Admission is free.
During the two matches, we will be recognizing UNC faculty and Carolina volleyball alumni.
Series Breakdown
vs. Wake Forest (10-5, 1-3 ACC)
Head Coach: Randy Smart
All-Time Series: UNC leads 53-18 overall and 26-5 in Chapel Hill
Last time: UNC won 3-1 in Chapel Hill on March 19, 2021
vs. Virginia Tech (9-7, 0-4 ACC)
Head Coach: Macy Byers
All-Time Series: UNC leads 28-9 overall and 17-1 in Chapel Hill
Last time: UNC won 3-1 in Chapel Hill on Oct. 6, 2021
Last Timeout for Carolina (11-4, 0-4 ACC)
After an undefeated 11-0 non-conference slate, Carolina is still looking for its first win in ACC play. The Tar Heels went 0-2 during their trip to the Sunshine State. Carolina first lost a 3-2 come-from-behind heartbreaker at Miami on Oct. 1, before being swept by Florida State on Oct. 3.
Nia Parker-Robinson was one of the bright spots for the Heels in the two matches, racking up a combined 37 kills. She leads the team with 195 kills on the season, averaging 3.75 kills per set.
In her first two starts at libero, Olivia Diaz recorded 35 digs, setting three new career highs against Miami: digs (23), assists (10) and service aces (2).
Meghan Neelon, Carolina's primary setter, leads the team with 371 assists and is tied with Mabrey Shaffmaster with a team-best 13 service aces. Neelon is the only player to have appeared in all 55 sets this season and has started all 15 matches.
Notables
» Kaya Merkler currently ranks second in the ACC in hitting percentage (.410) and is ninth in blocks (avg. 1.1/set)
» Nia Parker-Robinson ranks in the conference top-10 in kills (195) and points (207)
» Parker-Robinson has had double-digit kills nine straight games
» Shaffmaster and Parker-Robinson have each recorded more than 20 kills in two games
» Five Virginia Tech players are from the Tar Heel State, including two from the Triangle: Cera Powell (Pittsboro) and Logan Mosley (Apex)
Hear from Coach Sagula
"I am happy to be back in Carmichael this weekend once again after a long challenging weekend down south. I am even more delighted we will have more of our team available to play and use the depth we have developed in multiple positions."
The Tar Heels face the Demon Deacons at 6 p.m. on Friday, while first serve against the Hokies is set for 1 p.m. on Sunday. Both matches will be streamed on ACCNX from Carmichael Arena. Admission is free.
During the two matches, we will be recognizing UNC faculty and Carolina volleyball alumni.
Series Breakdown
vs. Wake Forest (10-5, 1-3 ACC)
Head Coach: Randy Smart
All-Time Series: UNC leads 53-18 overall and 26-5 in Chapel Hill
Last time: UNC won 3-1 in Chapel Hill on March 19, 2021
vs. Virginia Tech (9-7, 0-4 ACC)
Head Coach: Macy Byers
All-Time Series: UNC leads 28-9 overall and 17-1 in Chapel Hill
Last time: UNC won 3-1 in Chapel Hill on Oct. 6, 2021
Last Timeout for Carolina (11-4, 0-4 ACC)
After an undefeated 11-0 non-conference slate, Carolina is still looking for its first win in ACC play. The Tar Heels went 0-2 during their trip to the Sunshine State. Carolina first lost a 3-2 come-from-behind heartbreaker at Miami on Oct. 1, before being swept by Florida State on Oct. 3.
Nia Parker-Robinson was one of the bright spots for the Heels in the two matches, racking up a combined 37 kills. She leads the team with 195 kills on the season, averaging 3.75 kills per set.
In her first two starts at libero, Olivia Diaz recorded 35 digs, setting three new career highs against Miami: digs (23), assists (10) and service aces (2).
Meghan Neelon, Carolina's primary setter, leads the team with 371 assists and is tied with Mabrey Shaffmaster with a team-best 13 service aces. Neelon is the only player to have appeared in all 55 sets this season and has started all 15 matches.
Notables
» Kaya Merkler currently ranks second in the ACC in hitting percentage (.410) and is ninth in blocks (avg. 1.1/set)
» Nia Parker-Robinson ranks in the conference top-10 in kills (195) and points (207)
» Parker-Robinson has had double-digit kills nine straight games
» Shaffmaster and Parker-Robinson have each recorded more than 20 kills in two games
» Five Virginia Tech players are from the Tar Heel State, including two from the Triangle: Cera Powell (Pittsboro) and Logan Mosley (Apex)
Hear from Coach Sagula
"I am happy to be back in Carmichael this weekend once again after a long challenging weekend down south. I am even more delighted we will have more of our team available to play and use the depth we have developed in multiple positions."
"We know every team we play in the ACC is capable of playing at a high level so we need to be sharp. The team has worked hard this week refining parts of our game and they are focused. We are also excited to welcome back our Carolina volleyball alumni this weekend and on Friday. We will also honor our UNC faculty and show our appreciation for all their work at Carolina."
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