Greenville, N.C., October 24, 2025
News Summary
The East Carolina women’s volleyball team showcased their strength by defeating UNC Charlotte in a decisive 3-0 match at Williams Arena. The Pirates displayed their skill with impressive performances, particularly in the second set where they allowed only nine points. Violet Hakan’s standout performance with multiple kills contributed significantly to the victory. This win comes on the heels of a tough loss to UTSA, signaling the team’s resilience as they prepare for their next game against South Florida.
Greenville, N.C. – The East Carolina women’s volleyball team (11-9, 3-6 American Conference) achieved a convincing victory over the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (15-1, 6-3 American Conference) in a home match on October 22, 2025. The Pirates swept Charlotte with set scores of 25-23, 25-9, and 25-21 at Williams Arena at Minges Coliseum.
The match began with a tight first set where the teams were closely matched, featuring 12 tie scores and several lead changes. Sydney Buchanan and Aulie Huff made crucial kills late in the first set, while Taryn Gilreath effectively distributed the ball, maintaining pressure on Charlotte’s defense and finishing the set with a kill to secure a 25-23 win.
In the second set, East Carolina established a dominant 9-3 lead. The team maintained this edge, finishing the set with an impressive hitting percentage of .500. Violet Hakan stood out, delivering multiple early kills during this set. The Pirates’ defense was pivotal, restricting Charlotte to just nine points, marking the fewest points allowed by ECU in a set all season. Kathryn Schuele contributed significantly with a season-high 10 digs in the second set.
The last time the Pirates limited an opponent to a single-digit score in a set was against Loyola (Md.) in August 2024. In the third set, while Charlotte attempted to rally, East Carolina controlled the match with strong serving and timely kills. Hakan continued to excel, adding three more kills in the final set, leading to a 25-21 clinching score.
This impressive victory comes after the Pirates faced a tough loss just two days earlier, losing 3-0 to the University of Texas at San Antonio (11-8, 4-4 American) on October 24, 2025. In that match, East Carolina struggled, recording just four kills in the first set and finishing with a team hitting percentage of .173, compared to UTSA’s .384.
Looking ahead, the Pirates will host South Florida for their next match on October 24, 2025, as they aim to build on their positive momentum from the victory against Charlotte.
Key Match Highlights
- ECU defeated Charlotte 3-0 with set scores of 25-23, 25-9, 25-21.
- First set featured 12 tie scores and several lead changes.
- Second set marked ECU’s defense allowing just nine points.
- Violet Hakan recorded significant kills throughout the match.
- Next match against South Florida scheduled for October 24, 2025.
Season Overview
The East Carolina Volleyball team has shown resilience this season, currently standing at 11-9 overall and 3-6 in the American Conference. The team’s recent performance illustrates their capacity to bounce back from defeats and compete effectively against formidable opponents.
Upcoming Matches
| Date | Opponent | Location |
|---|---|---|
| October 24, 2025 | South Florida | Home |
FAQ
What were the set scores in the match between East Carolina and Charlotte?
The match ended with set scores of 25-23, 25-9, and 25-21 in favor of East Carolina.
How did East Carolina perform in the second set?
In the second set, ECU built a dominating 9-3 lead and maintained it, hitting .500 for the set.
Who had a strong performance during the match against Charlotte?
Violet Hakan was notably strong with multiple early kills during the second set and contributed significantly throughout the match.
What is East Carolina’s current season record?
The Pirates currently have a season record of 11-9 and 3-6 in the American Conference.
When is East Carolina’s next match?
The next match for East Carolina is against South Florida on October 24, 2025.
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- ECU Pirates News: Volleyball Pirates Dominate in Sweep Against Charlotte
- Wikipedia: Volleyball
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- Wake Forest News: Women’s Volleyball Suffers Five Set Road Loss at East Carolina
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