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Kentucky Kernel

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Kentucky Kernel

Kentucky Wildcats middle blocker Elise Goetzinger (11) hits the ball during the Kentucky vs. Western Kentucky volleyball match on Thursday, Aug. 17, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 3-1. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff

No. 10 Kentucky volleyball gears up for 2023 season outside Memorial Coliseum

Parker Scott, Staff Writer August 31, 2023

No. 10 Kentucky volleyball is slated to begin its 2023 season away from home after finishing the 2022 season 22-8 and advancing to the regional semifinals of the NCAA Tournament. Head coach Craig Skinner,...

A graphic created to welcome Ben Josephson to Kentucky. Graphic provided by UK Athletics.

Kentucky volleyball adds Ben Josephson to coaching staff

Parker Scott, Reporter February 17, 2023

Kentucky volleyball announced the addition of Ben Josephson to its coaching staff on Friday. Josephson comes to Lexington from his alma mater: Trinity Western University near Vancouver, Canada, where...

Kentucky Wildcats libero Eleanor Beavin (6) hits the ball during the No. 3 Kentucky vs. Loyola Chicago volleyball match in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday, Dec. 1, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 3-0. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff

Kentucky volleyball defeated 3-0 in Sweet 16 against No. 2 San Diego

Parker Scott, Reporter December 8, 2022

No. 3 Kentucky volleyball had its season come to an abrupt end on Thursday, being swept in Palo Alto against No. 2 San Diego. The Wildcats fought in every set but were unable to overcome the Toreros,...

Kentucky Wildcats middle blocker Azhani Tealer (15) prepares for an incoming ball during the No. 3 Kentucky vs. WKU volleyball match in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 3-0. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff

Azhani Tealer paves Kentucky volleyball’s path to the Sweet 16

Cole Parke, Sports Editor December 2, 2022

No. 3 Kentucky volleyball swept No. 6 Western Kentucky on Friday, earning a trip to the Sweet 16 for the first time since hoisting the National Championship in the 2020-2021 season. The win was thanks...

The Wildcats celebrate during the No. 3 Kentucky vs. Loyola Chicago volleyball match in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday, Dec. 1, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 3-0. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff

No. 3 Kentucky volleyball sweeps Loyola Chicago to advance to second round of NCAA Tournament

Cole Parke, Sports Editor December 1, 2022

No. 3 Kentucky volleyball swept Loyola Chicago in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday, advancing to the Round of 32 for the sixth consecutive time. The Wildcats entered the tournament...

Kentucky Wildcats outside hitter Alli Stumler (17) celebrates with Kentucky Wildcats setter Emma Grome (4) during UK’s home opener against Northern Iowa on Friday, Sept. 3, 2021, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. UK won 3-0. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Kentucky sweeps South Carolina, wins share of SEC Championship

Drew Johnson, Reporter November 27, 2022

Kentucky volleyball swept South Carolina on Saturday to secure a sixth consecutive SEC Championship, finishing the regular season with a 15-3 record in conference play. The Wildcats showed off their...

Kentucky players celebrate during the Kentucky vs. Marquette volleyball match on Friday, Aug. 26, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Marquette won 3-2. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Azhani Tealer sets record as Wildcats sweep South Carolina

Drew Johnson, Reporter November 26, 2022

Kentucky volleyball swept South Carolina on Friday, putting itself just one win away from a potential SEC championship. The win came on UK’s senior day as Maddie Berezowitz, Adanna Rollins, Azhani...

The Wildcats celebrate during the No. 10 Kentucky vs. Tennessee volleyball match on Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff

Kentucky sweeps Florida 3-0 after key performances by Rollins and Tealer

Parker Scott, Reporter November 21, 2022

No. 18 Kentucky volleyball (18-7) defeated No. 10 Florida in Gainesville on Sunday after being swept in the first match of the series.  The win sees the Wildcats find themselves back toward the top...

Kentucky Wildcats libero Eleanor Beavin (6) prepares for an incoming ball during the No. 10 Kentucky vs. Tennessee volleyball match on Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Isabel McSwain | Staff

Kentucky volleyball outmatched by Florida in a 3-0 Sweep

Isaiah Pinto, Reporter November 20, 2022

No. 18 Kentucky volleyball (17-7) was swept by No. 10 Florida in Gainesville on Saturday. Kentucky traveled to Florida in a series to decide which team will earn the SEC’s auto-bid to the NCAA Tournament...

Kentucky players celebrate during the Kentucky vs. Marquette volleyball match on Friday, Aug. 26, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Marquette won 3-2. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Kentucky claims 3-1 victory over Tennessee in Lexington

Grace Kennedy, Reporter November 18, 2022

Kentucky volleyball defeated the Tennessee Volunteers 3-1 inside Memorial Coliseum on Wednesday night.  With the win, Kentucky remains near the top of the SEC standings, improving its conference record...

Women’s volleyball vs Auburn on Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Travis Fannon | Staff

Kentucky rolls past Mississippi State 3-1 to maintain winning form

Grace Kennedy, Reporter November 12, 2022

Kentucky volleyball (16-6) notched a 3-1 victory over the Mississippi State Bulldogs to stretch its win streak to five matches inside Newell-Grissom Building in Starkville, Mississippi, on Friday.  Going...

Kentucky Wildcats head coach Craig Skinner answers questions from reporters during a post game press conference after the Kentucky vs. Marquette volleyball match on Friday, Aug. 26, 2022, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Marquette won 3-2. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Kentucky volleyball announces five signees for 2023 class

Ali Cetinok, Asstistant Sports Editor November 11, 2022

Kentucky volleyball and head coach Craig Skinner announced Wednesday that five players have signed a National Letter of Intent to play inside Memorial Coliseum for the fall 2023 season.   Brooke...

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