No. 7 Pitt Volleyball Sweeps No. 3 Kentucky, Coach Fisher Wins 400th

The No. 7 Pittsburgh Panthers continued their strong 2025 volleyball season by sweeping No. 3 Kentucky 3-0 in Fort Worth, Texas, marking a significant victory in the ACC/SEC Showcase. Led by Olivia Babcock, who contributed a match-high 15 kills, and freshman Dagmar Mourits with a career-high 13 kills, Pitt showcased strong offensive and defensive plays including multiple blocks by Ryla Jones and Bre Kelley. This win marked coach Dan Fisher's 400th career victory and extended Pitt's winning streak to seven matches. Meanwhile, Kentucky's Brooklyn DeLeye achieved her 1,000th career kill during the match, despite the team's loss, which dropped their record to 3-2 with both defeats against top-10 teams. Other volleyball highlights include Michigan State's 7-0 season start after a five-set win over Appalachian State, matching their best start since 2012 under first-year head coach Kristen Kelsay, and University of Texas Rio Grande Valley sweeping Northern Kentucky, demonstrating strong blocking and defensive performances. These results reflect a competitive early season across collegiate volleyball programs.