Boise State's beach volleyball team opened the Big 12 Championship with two losses, falling 4-1 to top-seeded Florida State and No. 4 South Carolina. The Broncos, ranked fifth at 19-15, managed only one victory in each dual. Serena van der Made and Keira Demirjian secured a win against Florida State, while Allyson Alden and Addison Wolden triumphed against South Carolina. They now advance to the single-elimination round, scheduled for 10 a.m. MT on Friday, April 24, with their opponent determined later.

By the Numbers
  • Boise State's record now stands at 19-15.
  • Keira Demirjian achieved her 11th win from court three this season, ranking third in program history.
  • Addison Wolden reached her 110th career dual appearance, tying for seventh in program history.
Yes, But

While the losses may seem discouraging, head coach Alex Venardos acknowledges the intensity and competitiveness of the conference, emphasizing the need for the team to make more aggressive decisions in future matches.

State of Play
  • Boise State lost both duals on the first day of the tournament, impacting their pool play standings.
  • The team will compete in the single-elimination bracket, looking to regain momentum against an undecided opponent.
What's Next

Boise State will face an opponent at 10 a.m. MT in the single-elimination round, with the matchup determined after pool play concludes.

Bottom Line

The Broncos must regroup and maintain aggression to improve their chances in the elimination round, leveraging their strengths to overcome the challenges posed by highly ranked opponents.