2007 Volleyball: Coming soon
Chocked full of talent does not even begin to describe the 2007 Texas Volleyball team. Seventh-year head coach Jerritt Elliott's roster boasts four All-Americans, a two-time UT team MVP and the second-ranked incoming recruiting class in the country. Not to mention, the Longhorns are coming off their best season in nine years after making it to the NCAA Regional Finals in 2006 for the first time since 1998. Texas' front row is one of the tallest in the country, with its nine middle blockers and outside hitters averaging right at 6'3". The Longhorns complement their towering front row with a stellar platoon of defensive players that includes three-year starter Alyson Jennings, who ranks sixth all-time at UT with 1,173 career digs. Texas also returns three-year starter and career assists leader Michelle Moriarty, who registered 1,587 assists as a junior en route to setting the all-time assists record with 4,358. Elliott's 24-7 squad from a year ago showcased three All-Americans in 2006, including Moriarty, Big 12 Freshman of the Year Ashley Engle and high-flying Destinee Hooker. Engle highlighted the Horns' offense in 2006, registering a team-high 463 kills and posting a 3.99 kills per-game average, while Hooker hammered out 373 kills and tallied 3.49 kills per-game during her inaugural campaign. The Longhorns also return 2005 All-American Brandy Magee, Texas' career leader in hitting percentage. Magee missed most of the 2006 season after suffering a knee injury in the season's first match. Texas' Gregory Gym will undoubtedly continue to grow into one of the toughest home courts in the country this season with the talented cast headlining the UT Volleyball team. Last year the Horns ranked ninth in the country in home attendance, averaging 2,169 fans at their 16 home matches. This season should prove to be every bit as exciting as last year, so get your tickets soon. Tickets can be purchased by phone at 512-471-3333 or 800-982-BEVO. Season tickets are $85 for adults and $68 for UT Faculty/Staff. Individual match tickets are available for $9 for reserved seats, $7 for adult general admission and $4 for senior citizens and youth general admission tickets. NEW for 2007, any group of 10 or more can purchase $3 tickets by calling the UT Athletics Events, Sales and Services office at 512-232-3865.
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