September 22, 2025

North Carolina A&T Volleyball Team Ends Losing Streak with Victory

Greensboro, North Carolina, September 22, 2025

News Summary

The North Carolina A&T volleyball team celebrated a crucial victory against UNC Asheville, ending a three-match losing streak during the Battle of North Carolina tournament. Junior Leonor Polezzi, alongside key plays from freshman Zariah Winton and sophomore Tyne Ross, contributed to the 3-1 match win. Winton’s standout performance included a season-best of 20 kills. This victory lights the way as the Aggies prepare for upcoming Coastal Athletic Association matches against UNC Wilmington.

Greensboro, North Carolina – The North Carolina A&T volleyball team achieved a vital victory against the UNC Asheville Bulldogs, ending a three-match losing streak. The match was part of UNC Greensboro’s Battle of North Carolina tournament, where A&T finished with a record of 1-1 after losing their first match to host UNCG.

In the match against UNC Asheville, the Aggies secured their victory in four sets with scores of 26-24, 25-20, 23-25, and 25-22. This win provides crucial momentum for the team as they prepare to enter the Coastal Athletic Association (CAA) schedule. The match showcased impressive individual performances, particularly from freshman Zariah Winton, who recorded a season-best 20 kills and a hitting percentage of .341. Winton also made one solo block and two service aces, contributing significantly to the team’s overall performance.

Sophomore Tyne Ross, who ranks among the nation’s leaders in kills per set, added 16 kills during the match. Junior Leonor Polezzi achieved her fourth double-double of the season and the 15th of her career, with 44 assists and 19 digs. Both Polezzi and junior Valeria Estrada contributed an additional three service aces each, highlighting the team’s offensive strength.

The first set of the match was tightly contested, featuring 10 ties and five lead changes before A&T finally gained a lead through Winton’s crucial kill, which brought the score to 24-23. The Aggies maintained the momentum into the second set, where they led 19-16 following a decisive 3-0 run, which included an ace from Charlie Meadoweal.

Despite a strong start, A&T faced a challenge in the third set when UNC Asheville fought back to take a 22-17 lead, ultimately winning that set. However, the Aggies regained control in the fourth set, taking a 17-12 lead before finishing the match with an attack error from Asheville’s Djurovic, ensuring a 3-1 victory for A&T.

A&T’s next matches are slated against UNC Wilmington on September 26 at 6 p.m. and September 27 at 2 p.m., providing the team opportunities to build on this recent success.

Key Match Statistics

Match Result: A&T won 3-1 against UNC Asheville
Set Scores: 26-24, 25-20, 23-25, 25-22
Top Performer: Zariah Winton – 20 kills, .341 hitting percentage
Tyne Ross: 16 kills
Leonor Polezzi: 44 assists, 19 digs

Upcoming Matches

UNC Wilmington: September 26 (6 p.m.) and September 27 (2 p.m.)

FAQ

What was the outcome of the A&T volleyball match against UNC Asheville?: A&T defeated the UNC Asheville Bulldogs in four sets with scores of 26-24, 25-20, 23-25, and 25-22.
How did A&T perform in the Battle of North Carolina tournament?: The team finished the tournament with a record of 1-1.
Who had a standout performance in the match against UNC Asheville?: Freshman Zariah Winton had a standout performance, recording a season-best 20 kills and a .341 hitting percentage.
What are A&T’s upcoming matches?: A&T’s next matches are against UNC Wilmington, scheduled for September 26 (6 p.m.) and September 27 (2 p.m.).

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