Baylor Volleyball Seeks Regular Season Sweep Against West Virginia
The No. 16 Baylor volleyball team wraps up its regular season slate this Friday afternoon, heading to West Virginia to face the Mountaineers. The showdown at WVU Arena is slated for 1 p.m. CT, marking the first time the Bears have visited Morgantown since 2022.
Coming in with a 21-7 overall record and a 13-4 mark in Big 12 conference play, Baylor enters the match boasting an impressive 17-match winning streak against West Virginia.
Both teams took to the court on Wednesday, resulting in contrasting outcomes. Baylor battled to a hard-earned 3-2 victory over Cincinnati, while West Virginia fell to No. 22 TCU in straight sets (3-0).
In the victory against the Bearcats, Elise McGhee led the Bears’ offensive charge with a remarkable 15 kills. Victoria Davis followed closely behind with 13 kills, achieving her first double-digit kill match of the season, along with adding six blocks.
Kendal Murphy also contributed a strong performance with 12 kills, securing a double-double alongside McGhee with 12 digs. Murphy achieved her own double-double, recording 10 digs. Lauren Briseño led the team in digs with an impressive 23, marking her second consecutive game with 20 or more digs and her fifth such performance this season.
Jackie Barrett Frazier orchestrated the Baylor offense with a team-high 40 assists, while Harley Kreck dished out 12 assists for her fifth double-digit assist match of the season.
Dominant Season for the Bears
Through 28 matches this season, Baylor’s offensive firepower has been evident. Leading the way is McGhee, who has racked up an impressive 384 kills and 36 aces. Barrett Frazier has been a maestro in orchestrating the offense, amassing 820 assists.
Defensively, Briseño has been a wall at the backline with 426 digs, while Alicia Andrew has anchored the net with 86 blocks.
Fans who can’t make the trip to Morgantown can catch the match live on ESPN+, with Sam Bailey and Daniel Woods providing commentary.
Live stats will be available at BaylorStats.com, with final stats, a full recap, and a post-game interview with Coach McGuyre available on BaylorBears.com following the match.
To stay connected with Baylor volleyball throughout the season, follow the team on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @BaylorVBall.
What are Baylor’s chances of extending their winning streak against West Virginia to 18 games?
## Baylor Volleyball Looks for Sweep Against West Virginia
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**Host:** Welcome back to Sports Corner. Today we’re talking Baylor Volleyball, who are wrapping up their regular season this Friday with a showdown against West Virginia. Joining us to dissect the matchup is our resident volleyball expert, [Guest Name]. Welcome to the show!
**Guest:** Thanks for having me!
**Host:** So, Baylor is heading into Morgantown looking for a regular season sweep against the Mountaineers. This Baylor team seems to have West Virginia’s number, right? They’ve won the last 17 matches against them.
**Guest:** Absolutely. That’s an impressive streak. Baylor has really dominated this matchup in recent years.
**Host:** And Baylor is coming off a win on Wednesday, while West Virginia suffered a loss. How do you think that will factor into Friday’s match?
**Guest:** Momentum is definitely a factor in volleyball. Baylor coming in with a win will undoubtedly give them a boost of confidence. We’ll see how West Virginia bounces back after their loss, whether they come out with extra fire or struggle to regain their footing.
**Host:** Looking at the bigger picture, this game wraps up the regular season for Baylor. How important is it for them to finish strong heading into the postseason?
**Guest:** It’s crucial. Every win builds momentum and helps build confidence for the postseason. A strong finish against a conference opponent like West Virginia would be a great way to head into the tournaments.
**Host:** And they’ll be doing it on the road, traveling to Morgantown for the first time since 2022. What kind of atmosphere are they expecting at WVU Arena?
**Guest:** West Virginia fans are known for their passion, so Baylor will be facing a tough crowd. It will be a challenging environment, but the Bears have shown they can handle pressure situations throughout the season.
**Host:** Well, we’ll certainly be watching closely. Thanks for your insights, [Guest Name]. We wish Baylor the best of luck in their final regular season matchup.
**Guest:** My pleasure. Go Bears!
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