News Summary
The Providence College women’s volleyball team faced a tough match against Villanova, losing in four sets. The defeat marks a challenging moment for the Friars, bringing their season record to 10-10 and leaving them in a less favorable conference position at 1-6 in the BIG EAST. Although they won the second set 25-16, Villanova’s dominance proved too strong as they secured the victory. The Friars aim to rebound in their next match against Georgetown.
Providence, Rhode Island – The Providence College women’s volleyball team encountered a challenging match against Villanova University, suffering a loss in four sets on Friday, October 17, 2025. This defeat brings the Friars’ season record to 10-10, with a less favorable conference standing of 1-6 in the BIG EAST.
In the match against Villanova, Providence started strong, managing to win the second set 25-16 after dropping the first set narrowly at 21-25. However, Villanova, who boasts an impressive season record of 14-4 and a conference record of 5-2 in the BIG EAST, responded by winning the third set 25-19 and closing out the match with a fourth set score of 25-21, solidifying their victory.
The Friars are looking to bounce back from this setback with their next match set for Saturday, October 18, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. This upcoming game will take place at Alumni Hall in Providence. The team will seek to improve its conference performance against Georgetown, hoping to rally the support of their fans, whose encouragement was noted during the match with the phrase “-GO FRIARS!”
Details of the Match Against Villanova
During the match, Villanova showcased their strength by securing the first set, taking the lead early on. The Friars demonstrated resilience by winning the next set decisively at 25-16, which represented a significant morale boost for the team. Unfortunately, Villanova regained momentum, winning the third set and then sealing their overall victory with another strong performance in the fourth set.
Looking Ahead: Match Against Georgetown
As Providence College prepares for their upcoming game against Georgetown, the team is focused on improving their BIG EAST record. The Friars, currently sitting low in the conference standings, are determined to rectify their recent performance, especially after their previous loss to Xavier prior to facing Villanova. The match against Georgetown will be critical for the team as they strive to rejuvenate their season.
Season Overview and Performance
The Friars have had a mixed season overall, holding a record of 10-10 at this point. Despite their low standing in the BIG EAST, the team remains positive, encouraged by the support from fans. The early stages of the conference have proven challenging, with a current record of 1-6, indicating the need for improvement as the season progresses.
As they prepare for their next match against Georgetown, the hope is that the lessons learned from the match against Villanova will contribute to a better performance. With a focus on teamwork and communication, the Friars aim to deliver a strong showing at Alumni Hall in their upcoming contest.
The match against Georgetown offers the Providence College women’s volleyball team an opportunity to gain momentum and turn their season around. As the team gears up to face another BIG EAST opponent, fans are urged to support the Friars and create an exciting atmosphere at Alumni Hall.
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Additional Resources
- Friars Women’s Volleyball Falls to Georgetown
- Wikipedia: Volleyball
- Friars Women’s Volleyball Defeated by Villanova
- Google Search: Providence College Women’s Volleyball
- Friars Women’s Volleyball Defeated by Xavier
- Google Scholar: Volleyball Team Performance
- Friars Prepare for BIG EAST Play
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Volleyball
- Friars Women’s Volleyball Falls to Butler
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