Colorado Volleyball Falls to Cincinnati in Disappointing Sweep

UPDATE: The No. 21 Colorado Buffaloes volleyball team experienced a crushing defeat against the Cincinnati Bearcats on November 24, 2023, falling 3-0 in their final road match of the regular season. The loss marks just the third time this season that the Buffaloes have been swept, raising immediate concerns ahead of their upcoming finale.

The Bearcats dominated the match with set scores of 25-15, 25-16, 25-16, showcasing a remarkable hitting percentage of .404 compared to Colorado’s disappointing .105. This performance highlights a rare off-night for a team known for its strong defense.

“It’s a disappointing result,” said head coach Jesse Mahoney in an official statement. “Cincinnati did everything right, and we couldn’t get going. We’ve been a really good defensive team this year; we haven’t let anyone hit for those kinds of numbers. We just couldn’t slow them down, and we lost some discipline once we got down.”

The Buffaloes, now sitting at a record of 22-7 and 12-5 in the Big 12, will return home next week to face No. 25 BYU on Saturday, November 29, at 6 p.m. (ESPN+). This match is crucial for Colorado as they look to regain momentum and finish the regular season strong after a tough outing in Cincinnati.

In this latest match, key players included Jordan and Splawska, both contributing 8 kills for Colorado. The Bearcats’ Nolan led all players with 19 kills, further showcasing the disparity in performance.

Fans and analysts are eager to see how the Buffaloes will respond to this setback as they prepare for their final match. Will they bounce back and secure a win against BYU? The upcoming game promises to be a vital test for the team’s resilience and determination.

Stay tuned for updates as the CU Buffs aim to reclaim their edge in what has been a challenging season.