Volleyball - The Temple News

Temple falls to Cleveland State University in five sets in first game of weekend tournament at McGonigle Hall.

Sophomore Mia Heirakuji is the key to the Owls’ new fast-paced philosophy.

Temple’s attack struggled, as the team lost 3-2 against Virginia Tech then 3-1 against the University of Alabama over the weekend.

Junior Kyra Coundourides and sophomore Iva Deak combined for 17 of the team’s points in Friday’s win against Northern Arizona.

Two transfers debuted and sophomore Mia Heirakuji played her first game at libero for the Owls.

Junior outside hitter Izzy Rapacz led team in kills, aces and digs during straight sets victory.

The volleyball team was not selected for the NCAA tournament.

The Owls swept East Carolina Friday in their final game of the season.

The Owls beat conference champion Southern Methodist 3-2 Sunday at McGonigle Hall in the team’s last home game of the season.

Temple clinched a second place finish in the American Athletic Conference after a 3-0 win against Connecticut Friday.