News Summary
The Austin Peay State University volleyball team is gearing up to host Jacksonville and North Florida in pursuit of their first Atlantic Sun Conference victory this season. Currently holding a 2-14 record and 0-4 in ASUN play, the Govs seek to leverage home advantage this weekend at the Winfield Dunn Center. Taly Cloyd has stood out with impressive performances, while Jacksonville looks to maintain their formidable record. Both matches will be crucial for APSU as they strive to improve in the conference standings.
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The Austin Peay State University (APSU) volleyball team is aiming for its first Atlantic Sun Conference (ASUN) win of the season as they prepare to host Jacksonville and North Florida this weekend. The Govs are set to face Jacksonville on Friday and North Florida on Saturday at the Winfield Dunn Center.
Currently, Austin Peay holds a season record of 2-14 and is 0-4 in ASUN play. Their recent matches have been challenging, including a 3-0 loss against Eastern Kentucky and a narrow 3-2 defeat to Bellarmine. In the match against Bellarmine, Taly Cloyd showcased her skills with 23 kills and an impressive .426 hitting percentage. Cloyd leads the team with a total of 155 kills this season, ranking third on the squad with 22 blocks.
Jacksonville enters the weekend with a solid record of 13-3 and remains unbeaten in ASUN play at 4-0, leading the conference with a .267 hitting percentage. The last match for Jacksonville was a commanding 3-0 victory over North Alabama on October 4th. In contrast, North Florida presents a record of 7-10 and 1-3 within the conference, recently losing to Central Arkansas with a score of 3-2. Their last victory was on September 26th, when they defeated West Georgia 3-1.
Historical Context of Upcoming Matches
When APSU competes against Jacksonville, it will mark the fifth all-time meeting between the two teams. The Governors currently lead the series 3-1 despite Jacksonville winning their most recent matchup 3-1 on October 18th, 2024. Meanwhile, Austin Peay will contest with North Florida for the fourth time, a series that UNF leads 3-0, with the last victory for North Florida occurring on October 19th, 2024.
Player Performance Highlights
In addition to Cloyd’s achievements, the Governors rank third in ASUN with an average of 1.79 aces per set and a total of 109 aces for the season. Reagan Anderson is leading the ASUN in digs with an impressive average of 4.34 per set, accumulating 265 total digs this season, placing her 60th and 41st nationally, respectively. Sarah Butler is also a key player for APSU, leading the team with 232 assists and contributing 87 digs. Addi Hultquist has made her mark with the most aces on the team, totaling 19, while teammate Gianna Tagoa’i closely follows with 16. On the defensive front, Dayan Malavé has emerged as a crucial player with 46 blocks.
Engagement and Updates
Fans are encouraged to stay connected with APSU volleyball through social media channels and the official website for updates on the team’s performance and upcoming matches.
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Additional Resources
- Clarksville Online: Volleyball Hosts Jacksonville and North Florida
- Clarksville Online: Loss to Eastern Kentucky
- APSU Beach Volleyball Opens Season
- Clarksville Online: ASUN Play Opens for APSU
- Wikipedia: Austin Peay State University
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