DeLeye and Gaerte Lead No. 3 Kentucky to Dominant Season-Opening Win
The No. 3 Kentucky Volleyball team opened its season with a decisive 3-0 sweep over No. 6 Wisconsin at the AVCA First Serve in Fiserv Forum. Brooklyn DeLeye led Kentucky with 12 kills, while Morgan Gaerte added 10, contributing to a strong team performance. The Wildcats showcased impressive offensive and defensive skills, hitting .380 collectively and outblocking Wisconsin 10-5. Lizzie Carr shone with eight kills and a .571 hitting percentage, while the Kentucky defense held Wisconsin to just .186 in attacking.
By the Numbers- Kentucky hit .380 as a team with 43 kills and only eight errors.
- Lizzie Carr recorded a hitting percentage of .571 with eight kills on 14 attempts.
- Kentucky never trailed in the first set, winning it 25-20.
- The Wildcats earned their first lead of the second set midway, eventually winning it 26-24.
- In the third set, Kentucky maintained an 8-4 lead, closing the match with a 25-18 victory.
Kentucky will rest on Saturday and return to the court on Sunday to face No. 4 Pittsburgh at 4 p.m. ET, looking to continue their winning momentum.
Bottom LineKentucky's strong season opener exemplified their offensive prowess and solid defense, setting a promising tone for their upcoming match against a tough opponent in Pittsburgh.
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