houston Cougars Dominate Texas Tech in Big 12 Home Opener
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HOUSTON, TX – The University of Houston Cougars volleyball team secured a commanding four-set victory (25-21, 25-13, 16-25, 29-27) over the Texas Tech Red Raiders in their Big 12 Conference home opener at the Fertitta Center on Saturday. The win elevates Houston’s record to 8-5 overall and 1-1 in conference play, while texas Tech falls to 8-6 and 0-2 in the Big 12.
The Cougars showcased a powerful performance, particularly on the defensive end, holding Texas Tech to a meager .070 hitting percentage for the match – a stunning -.250 in the second set alone.
Redshirt senior Barakat Rahmon was a force to be reckoned with, leading Houston with nine kills and a remarkable eight blocks. Senior Avery Shimaitis contributed a solid 10 kills, marking her second consecutive match and fourth of the season reaching double-digit kills. Defensively, senior Alana Torres-Rivera anchored the backcourt with 12 digs.
Key Moments & Set Summaries:
The opening set was a tightly contested affair, featuring 12 ties before Houston pulled ahead with a late 3-0 run to close it out 25-21.The second set saw a dominant display from the Cougars, who raced to a 14-5 lead and ultimately won 25-13, capitalizing on a 92% side-out rate – their highest of the season.
Texas Tech rebounded in the third set, utilizing a 4-1 run to establish a lead and ultimately take the set 25-16.
The fourth set proved to be the moast dramatic, with both teams battling fiercely. After a back-and-forth struggle that saw multiple set point opportunities, Houston finally clinched the match with a 29-27 victory, fueled by a resilient response to a late texas Tech surge.
Looking Ahead
Under the leadership of Head Coach David Rehr, the Cougars continue to build momentum, now boasting a 72-32 record during his tenure. Houston will look to continue their Big 12 campaign with their next match[[[[insert future match details here ].
Keywords: Houston Cougars Volleyball, Texas Tech red Raiders, Big 12 Conference, barakat Rahmon, Avery Shimaitis, Alana Torres-Rivera, David Rehr, College Volleyball, Houston Sports.
