IU volleyball rested, ready to face Illinois in final away match
The Hoosiers’ match against Northwestern was postponed due to COVID-19 protocols.
The Hoosiers’ match against Northwestern was postponed due to COVID-19 protocols.
The Hoosiers struggled at times but remained cohesive and energetic throughout the weekend.
Michigan has only played 5 matches this season due to COVID-19 postponements.
IU performed well Friday night but underperformed Saturday.
Maryland has a record of 1-9 on the season.
Similarly to its last game against Purdue, IU struggled with blocking and energy Sunday.
The Hoosiers only recorded five blocks in three sets compared to the Boilermakers’ 11.
IU’s last win against Purdue came in 2012.
IU was swept on Saturday, the first time Penn State swept an opponent this season.
The Hoosiers have only beat the Nittany Lions once since 1982.
The Hoosiers are now 2-6 on the season.
Coach Aird said the Hoosiers know they need more consistency, especially in serving and passing.
The Hoosiers move to 2-4 after giving the Hawkeyes their first win of the season.
Iowa has yet to win a match this season.
The Hoosiers move to 1-3 after their second weekend of play.
The Hoosiers and Scarlet Knights both have yet to win a match this season.
Freshmen highlighted both nights with strong kills and blocks to keep scores close.
Head coach Steve Aird and his staff have dealt with positive COVID-19 tests, quarantines and uncertainty.
The 11-week season will have 22 Big Ten-only matches.
IU volleyball is set to start play Jan. 22.