The Butler volleyball team notched their first conference win on Sept. 24. Sophomore outside hitter Anna Logan posted 18 kills and 11 digs in the four-set victory over the St. John’s Red Storm. Butler moved to 12-6.
Volleyball falls in first Big East match
The Butler University volleyball team dropped their first Big East contest to the Seton Hall Pirates on Sept. 23. Sophomore outside hitter Anna Logan once again led the Bulldogs with 21 kills and nine digs.
Quiet confidence of volleyball’s Anna Logan propels her to success
Anna Logan was in a rush. Her astronomy exam was at 1 p.m., and she did not want to be late. She tried to hustle out of Hinkle Fieldhouse at 12:30 p.m., but a gaggle of preteens mobbed her. When the sophomore outside hitter isn’t surrounded by her adoring fans, she handles business on the volleyball court. As of this past Sunday, her 279 kills and 316 total points come in first and second in the NCAA, respectively.
VIDEO: Butler Sports Report with Josh and Josh – 9/16
JOSH MULLENIX | STAFF REPORTER | jmulleni@butler.edu JOSHUA DOERING | STAFF REPORTER | jdoering@butler.edu In this week’s edition of the Butler Sports Report with Josh and Josh, the two of them discuss the week that was for Butler fall sports and break down the Big East basketball schedule.
Volleyball finishes second in Butler Invitational
Sophomore Anna Logan and the rest of the team celebrate a point during the Butler Invitational. Photo by Jimmy Lafakis. JIMMY LAFAKIS | STAFF REPORTER | jlafakis@butler.edu The Butler volleyball team improved their record to 11-5 after finishing second in the Butler Invitational. The Bulldogs defeated Northern Kentucky and Loyola-Chicago on Friday, but fell to…
Bulldogs capture Butler Classic
Redshirt sophomore Whitney Beck lobs a ball over the net, helping the team sweep Wright State. Photo by Jimmy Lafakis. JIMMY LAFAKIS | STAFF REPORTER | jlafakis@butler.edu The Butler volleyball team won three straight matches to obtain the Butler Classic title over the weekend. The Bulldogs defeated the Tennessee State Tigers and the Murray State…
Bulldogs cruise to third straight sweep
Sophomore Anna Logan gets air as she sends a ball over the net. Photo by Jimmy Lafakis. JIMMY LAFAKIS | STAFF REPORTER | jlafakis@butler.edu Sophomore Anna Logan led the Butler attack once again as the Bulldogs swept the Ball State Cardinals on Sept. 7. Logan had 13 kills on the day, which paved the way…
Volleyball aims for success with new additions
(From left) Sophomore Briana Lilly and former volleyball player Mary Striedl go up for a block. Photo by Jimmy Lafakis. JIMMY LAFAKIS | STAFF REPORTER | jlafakis@butler.edu The Butler volleyball team will sport new faces in new places this year. The Bulldogs will attempt to rebound after last year’s 12-19 (8-10 Big East) campaign. The…
Bulldogs bounce back after early struggles in Iowa
Butler volleyball teammates high five each other during a home game at Hinkle Fieldhouse. Photo by Jimmy Lafakis. JIMMY LAFAKIS | STAFF REPORTER | jlafakis@butler.edu The Butler volleyball team split their matches at the Iowa Classic on Sept. 2-3. Butler swept both of their victories on the second day. The Oakland Golden Grizzlies defeated Butler…
Volleyball tops Panthers in five-set thriller
The team huddles together during a match. Photo courtesy of ButlerSports.com. JIMMY LAFAKIS | STAFF REPORTER | jlafakis@butler.edu The Butler volleyball team snatched a five-set victory over the Eastern Illinois Panthers on August 30. Redshirt sophomore Whitney Beck paved the way to a “W” with her double-double, amassing 18 kills and 14 digs in the…