RICHMOND, Ky. – The Eastern Kentucky University beach volleyball team is set for its lone five-match homestand, hosting the EKU Beach Bash from April 2-4.
The Colonels will play five matches over three days at the EKU Beach Court, beginning with a doubleheader against Morehead State on Thursday. First serve is scheduled for 12 p.m., followed by the second match at 2 p.m.
On Friday, EKU will play its lone match of the day against Liberty at 8 a.m. The Colonels will close out the tournament on Saturday with two matches, opening the day at 12 p.m. against Ottawa before finishing the weekend against Chattanooga at 2 p.m.
Live stats will be available for all matches throughout the tournament.
Prior to the match against Ottawa, EKU will hold its Senior Day celebration, honoring graduating members
Sami Deidesheimer,
Molly Shomock, and
Arilyn Lee.
EKU returns home with a 12-7 record after going 3-4 at the Shoals Beach Bash. The Colonels earned a 4-1 victory over Tusculum, rallied to defeat Austin Peay 3-2 and closed the tournament with a 3-2 win over Spring Hill.
With nine matches remaining before the ASUN Tournament, EKU is four wins shy of tying the program's single-season record.
Morehead State enters the matchup at 5-12 on the season. The Colonels previously swept the Eagles at the Cincy Clash to open the year. Morehead State is currently on a two-game losing streak, most recently falling 5-0 to Chattanooga.
Liberty is another familiar opponent, as the two teams also met at the Cincy Clash. EKU swept the Flames in the season opener.
Ottawa enters the tournament at 0-14 on the season. The Braves have faced Southwest Baptist twice, dropping both matches. Saturday's contest will mark the first meeting between the two programs.
Chattanooga comes into the weekend at 10-3 overall. The Mocs hold a notable 4-1 win over Lindenwood, a team that defeated EKU earlier this season. Chattanooga is riding a 10-match winning streak, and EKU trails the all-time series 3-2.
The Colonels look to build momentum on their home courts as they make a final push toward the ASUN Tournament.
