SMITHFIELD, R.I. – The Bryant volleyball team starts America East conference play on Sunday afternoon against the UAlbany Great Danes.
Opponent: UAlbany
Location: Chace Athletic Center, Smithfield, R.I.
First Serve: 1:00 PM
Watch: America East TV
Live Stats: Sidearm
Series History:
- Bryant is 4-3 against UAlbany. The Bulldogs dropped both matches against the Great Danes last season. Bryant had won their previous four meetings against UAlbany before last season.
Bryant Notes and Notables:
- The Bulldogs saw their 5-game winning streak snapped on Thursday night at Dartmouth, falling in four sets to the Big Green.
- Bryant leads the America East in kills (724) and kills per set (12.93). They also lead the conference in service aces (101) and service aces per set (1.80).
- Arianna Ugolini recorded her fourth double-double of the season with 19 kills and 11 digs. It was her second in her last three matches.
- Madison Koeller recorded her fourth double-double of the season, posting 20 assists and 10 digs.
About the Great Danes:
- UAlbany got off to a strong start with a 5-2 record, but since then have lost their last 5 matches.
- They're looking for their first road win, owning an 0-3 record on the road.
- The Great Danes are coming off the Red Raider Classic last weekend in Lubbock, Texas. They faced some high caliber teams like Texas Tech and Ole Miss, winning a set each against the Red Raiders and the Rebels.
- UAlbany is in action tonight at 6:00 PM against Binghamton at home to begin America East play.
