Friday, November 3
Bryan-College Station
6:30 PM
Texas A&M
vs
Alabama
MATCH PREVIEW: vs. Alabama
Nov 02, 2023 | Volleyball
BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION, Texas – The Texas A&M volleyball team returns to Reed Arena to face Alabama Friday evening with first serve set for 6:30 p.m.
The Aggies dropped a road match versus then-No. 12 Tennessee last time out. This was the 11th conference match of the season for A&M, it now enters the final month of the regular season tied for sixth in the league with a 6-5 record.
Alabama makes the trip to Aggieland on an 11-match skid, as it remains winless in the conference this season. The Crimson Tide's most recent loss was at the hands of No. 24 Auburn, where they dropped a 3-1 decision at home.
A&M boasts a strong advantage in the all-time series between the programs (13-5). The majority of the matchups have occurred since the Maroon & White joined the SEC (11-5). Home court advantage rings true for the Aggies as they have won eight of the 10 matches in Aggieland; however, in the team's last face off at Reed last season the Crimson Tide stole a 3-1 victory.
Alabama's offense will have to work around A&M's impressive defense. The Crimson Tide rank 13th in the league in kills per set, while the Maroon & White pace the conference in total blocks and blocks per set.
Bianna Muoneke continued her hot streak offensively, as she recorded her third-straight game with 10+ kills, logging 10 on the night. This is also Muoneke's 12th match surpassing 10+ kills during her debut season in Aggieland.
Margot Manning also showed out for the freshman class, logging three service aces in the match. Manning has now logged 3+ aces in seven matches this season and ranks second in the conference in aces per set (0.47).
Middle Blockers Ifenna Cos-Okpalla and Morgan Perkins had efficient nights in Knoxville, with Cos-Okpalla logging six kills hitting .364, while Perkins recorded four kills at .444 percent. The duo accounts for 197 of the Aggies kills this season, hitting at a staggering .355 percent combined.
Fans can follow the match on SEC Network+ or keep track of live stats at the event through 12thman.com.
PROMOTIONS
$5 Beer Night
12th Man Rewards is the free program that appreciates fans for standing with the 12th Man and attending Texas A&M Athletics events in support of creating a homefield advantage for our student-athletes and coaches.
The more events you attend, your points will increase. Those points can be redeemed via the online Giveaway Store for a variety of items. Register today within the 12th Man Mobile app to earn points at the match.
FOLLOW THE AGGIES
Visit 12thMan.com for more information on Texas A&M volleyball. Fans can keep up to date with the A&M volleyball team on Facebook, Instagram and on Twitter/X by following @AggieVolleyball.
The Aggies dropped a road match versus then-No. 12 Tennessee last time out. This was the 11th conference match of the season for A&M, it now enters the final month of the regular season tied for sixth in the league with a 6-5 record.
Alabama makes the trip to Aggieland on an 11-match skid, as it remains winless in the conference this season. The Crimson Tide's most recent loss was at the hands of No. 24 Auburn, where they dropped a 3-1 decision at home.
A&M boasts a strong advantage in the all-time series between the programs (13-5). The majority of the matchups have occurred since the Maroon & White joined the SEC (11-5). Home court advantage rings true for the Aggies as they have won eight of the 10 matches in Aggieland; however, in the team's last face off at Reed last season the Crimson Tide stole a 3-1 victory.
Alabama's offense will have to work around A&M's impressive defense. The Crimson Tide rank 13th in the league in kills per set, while the Maroon & White pace the conference in total blocks and blocks per set.
Bianna Muoneke continued her hot streak offensively, as she recorded her third-straight game with 10+ kills, logging 10 on the night. This is also Muoneke's 12th match surpassing 10+ kills during her debut season in Aggieland.
Margot Manning also showed out for the freshman class, logging three service aces in the match. Manning has now logged 3+ aces in seven matches this season and ranks second in the conference in aces per set (0.47).
Middle Blockers Ifenna Cos-Okpalla and Morgan Perkins had efficient nights in Knoxville, with Cos-Okpalla logging six kills hitting .364, while Perkins recorded four kills at .444 percent. The duo accounts for 197 of the Aggies kills this season, hitting at a staggering .355 percent combined.
Fans can follow the match on SEC Network+ or keep track of live stats at the event through 12thman.com.
PROMOTIONS
$5 Beer Night
- Fans can enjoy $5 Lonestar Light available at the main Reed Arena concession stands.
- There will be chef hats handed out to the first 250 students in section 105.
- Fans can purchase season and single game tickets through the 12th Man Foundation.
- Parking for the event is free in lot 100 surrounding Reed Arena.
12th Man Rewards is the free program that appreciates fans for standing with the 12th Man and attending Texas A&M Athletics events in support of creating a homefield advantage for our student-athletes and coaches.
The more events you attend, your points will increase. Those points can be redeemed via the online Giveaway Store for a variety of items. Register today within the 12th Man Mobile app to earn points at the match.
FOLLOW THE AGGIES
Visit 12thMan.com for more information on Texas A&M volleyball. Fans can keep up to date with the A&M volleyball team on Facebook, Instagram and on Twitter/X by following @AggieVolleyball.
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