Bowling Green, Kentucky, October 20, 2025
News Summary
The WKU Volleyball team showcased their strength with a decisive win against Sam Houston, improving their season record to 17-4 overall and 8-0 in Conference USA. The match highlighted WKU’s powerful offense and solid defense, demonstrating a dominance reflected in their impressive hitting percentage. The victory positions WKU on the cusp of a significant milestone as they prepare for their next match against Sam Houston, aiming for their 100th straight regular-season conference win.
Bowling Green, Kentucky
The WKU Volleyball team achieved a dominating victory against Sam Houston on Friday, extending its winning streak with a strong performance that improved their season record to 17-4 overall and 8-0 in Conference USA (CUSA). In contrast, Sam Houston’s struggles continued as they fell to 8-13 overall and remain winless in CUSA at 0-8.
Set against the backdrop of Bowling Green, the match showcased WKU’s offensive strength and defense. The team generated a hitting percentage of .328, never dropping below .250 throughout the contest. Sam Houston, on the other hand, struggled considerably with only 31 kills and a hitting percentage of .139.
Match Breakdown
The match consisted of three sets, with WKU demonstrating their skill and coordination in each. In Set 1, WKU achieved a 25-21 victory, primarily led by outside hitter Alivia Skidmore, who notched eight kills and a hitting percentage of .438. Faith Young also played a key role with five kills and the team’s only service ace. Additionally, middle hitter Izzy Van De Wiele made a notable impact with a solo block.
The first set marked the peak of offensive productivity for WKU, as they accumulated 21 kills, their highest in a single set during this match. The second set saw WKU winning 25-17 while showcasing an improved defense with two team blocks and 22 digs, bringing the total to 46 digs across the two sets played. Skidmore continued to shine, adding five more kills, supported by contributions from five players, including Kaira Knox.
WKU’s success continued in Set 3, where they secured a 25-20 win, effectively limiting Sam Houston to their lowest hitting percentage of the match. With a strong focus on defense, WKU totaled four blocks, led again by Van De Wiele with two blocks. Skidmore delivered an outstanding performance in Set 3, achieving a hitting percentage of .667, with seven kills on just nine attempts with one error.
Looking Ahead
WKU is on track to achieve an impressive milestone as they look to secure their 100th straight regular-season conference match win in their upcoming clash with Sam Houston. This match is scheduled for 1 p.m. CT on Saturday.
Summary of Match Statistics
| Team | Record | Hitting Percentage | Kills |
|---|---|---|---|
| WKU | 17-4 (8-0 CUSA) | .328 | 73 |
| Sam Houston | 8-13 (0-8 CUSA) | .139 | 31 |
FAQ
What is WKU Volleyball’s current season record?
WKU Volleyball secured a convincing win against Sam Houston on Friday, increasing their season record to 17-4 overall and 8-0 in Conference USA (CUSA).
What was the outcome of the match between WKU and Sam Houston?
Sam Houston fell to 8-13 overall and remains winless in CUSA at 0-8.
When is WKU’s next match and what milestone are they aiming for?
WKU is looking to achieve their 100th straight regular-season conference match win on Saturday against Sam Houston. The upcoming match is scheduled for 1 p.m. CT.
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