Currently ranked No.3 in the ACC, the Miami women’s volleyball team secures a dominant victory against local rival FIU. On Saturday, September 20, UM traveled to the Ocean Bank Convocation Center to face the 6-6 panthers.
In the opening set, Miami fell into an early deficit. However, junior Ava Carney and senior Dalia Wilson combined for 16 kills to spark a comeback, giving the Hurricanes a 25-19 win.
The second set was far more competitive, featuring 12 ties and extended rallies. Miami’s front line proved the difference maker late, pulling ahead to close it out 29-27 in thrilling fashion.
The final set of the matchup followed a different script, as the Hurricanes quickly re-established control. Graduate student Lilou Stegeman and freshman Jazmin Vergara dominated at the net, contributing a string of blocks that sealed the match, 25-17, totaling 3-0 for Miami.
Additionally, other notable performances include Senior Flormarie Heredia Colón pacing the Hurricanes with 17 kills, graduate student Lilou Stegeman adding seven blocks, and redshirt sophomore Ariana Rodriguez delivering five aces.
With their best start in more than a decade, the ‘Canes aim to keep the momentum going as they open conference play on Sept. 26 with an away game at Georgia Tech (5‑4). The ACC race is tightening, with undefeated Clemson (12-0), No. 2 Boston College (11-1), and Miami all competing for the top spot.