U of L volleyball rallies to beat Marquette in five sets to move into the region semi's
Louisville volleyball extended its experience with five-set matches, earning a five-set win over Marquette to advance to the region semifinals.

Louisville faced Marquette in a tight five-set battle, ultimately pulling ahead to win 3-2 and secure a spot in the region semifinals.

Key moments included back-and-forth play in the decisive fifth set, with Louisville seizing momentum late to close out the match.

The Cardinals benefited from consistent offense and timely blocks, combined with clutch serves that helped tilt the pressure in their favor as the match progressed.

Louisville's depth and experience in pressure-packed five-set matches appeared to give them an edge, allowing them to weather Marquette's runs and finish strong.

Postgame, Louisville coaches highlighted the team's resilience and focus in tight moments, noting the importance of staying balanced during the decisive phases of the fifth set.

In total, Louisville improved to 3-2 in five-set affairs this season, reinforcing their ability to perform under pressure in high-stakes games.

Marquette showed tenacity throughout, forcing Louisville to adapt on the fly and maintaining competitiveness until the final points.

The win sets up an upcoming regional semifinal matchup, as Louisville continues its pursuit of the program’s postseason goals.

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WDRB WDRB — 2025-12-07

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