UNC failed to find an answer to Miami's aggressive and energetic offensive play in the opening set, which spelled out defeat for the Tar Heels.
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The North Carolina volleyball team (9-4, 1-1 ACC) defeated Virginia (8-5, 0-2 ACC), 3-2, in a thrilling comeback victory after being down two sets on Sunday afternoon in Charlottesville.
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UNC’s loss to Pittsburgh shows that despite winning eight of 11 games during the non-conference schedule, the Tar Heels still have some work to do if they want to compete with the ACC’s best teams.
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With non-conference play in the rearview mirror, the North Carolina volleyball team will begin its tough slate of ACC matchups on the road starting Friday night. The Tar Heels currently sit at 8-3 with three consecutive wins at the VCU Invitational.
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The win in the final game of the VCU Invitational gives the Tar Heels a three-game win streak heading into the beginning of the ACC schedule.
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Junior middle hitter Kaya Merkler led the way for the Tar Heels in the match’s final set, accounting for nearly a third of the Tar Heels’ third-set points in kills alone.
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Aside from giving the Tar Heels their sixth win of the season, performances from first-year libero Maddy May and junior outside hitter Aziah Buckner are further early indicators that the two could make significant contributions to the team this season.
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A win over a quality team would have been a big boost to UNC's resume, but despite the outcome, UNC volleyball head coach Joe Sagula believes there were some positives to take away from the loss.
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As a volunteer assistant coach, Emily Zinger advises players during practices and games, supporting the team wherever she can. Meghan Neelon’s responsibilities as technical coordinator include ensuring all cameras are set up correctly during games and overseeing video production.
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In the end, it was Michigan’s strong attacking capabilities that overpowered the Tar Heels. Michigan had 44 kills to North Carolina's 34.
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“(Hearing the crowd cheer) makes you feel so good,” junior middle blocker Kaya Merkler said. “It makes you want to do it again and again. It’s like a little bit of positive reinforcement.”
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After a contentious third set, UNC ultimately came out victorious. Graduate transfer outside hitter Charley Niego led the Tar Heels with 15 kills.
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The game was close throughout all four sets and there was little separation between the two North Carolina schools. However, the kill from Shaffmaster closed out the game and gave the Tar Heels the win.
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“The first game to five sets is always the most intimidating,” junior middle hitter Kaya Merkler said. “But we did it. I’m really proud of us.”
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The North Carolina volleyball team (3-2, 0-0 ACC) defeated Arizona (4-1, 0-0 Pac-12), 3-2, in a five-set thriller in Carmichael Arena on Saturday evening.
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