JMU volleyball lost its first-round NCAA tournament match Friday vs. No. 17 BYU in straight sets. The Dukes' season is over at 24-5 (15-1 Sun Belt).
JMU volleyball faces BYU in the first round of the NCAA tournament, marking the fifth time the Dukes have gone in program history. Staff writer Jackson Hephner shares what this year's trip means to the team.
JMU volleyball will play No.7 BYU in the Pittsburgh Quarter in the first round of the NCAA Division I Women’s Volleyball Championship.
JMU secured an automatic bid to the NCAA volleyball tournament after winning the Sun Belt Championship Final over Troy on Sunday. Volleyball is the first JMU program to win a conference championship in the Sun Belt.
In its first-ever Sun Belt Conference Championship match, JMU volleyball swept Georgia Southern to advance to the semifinals.
JMU volleyball played 16 matches in conference play this year. It lost one.
JMU closed out its regular season with a bang, downing South Alabama in straight sets to secure a No. 1 seed in the Sun Belt Conference tournament. The Dukes, red-hot off 12 straight wins, play their first tournament match Friday.
JMU volleyball downed South Alabama on Friday night in four sets. The Dukes have now won 11 straight matches.
JMU volleyball readies for its last series of the regular season this weekend. Staff writer Jackson Hephner details the Dukes' success hitting the ball, and how that can drive them forward in the Sun Belt Conference tournament.
JMU volleyball hosts South Alabama in the final home series of the season, and final games inside Godwin hall before the program moves to the Convocation Center. Managing editor Savannah Reger shares the history of Godwin Hall and the impact its had on JMU.
JMU swept yet another Sun Belt Conference foe this past weekend, Marshall, to move to 19-4 (13-1) on the season. The Dukes finish their regular season at home this weekend against South Alabama.
JMU volleyball swept Georgia Southern on Friday and Saturday on the road to move to 17-4 (11-1 Sun Belt). The Dukes next travel to Marshall on Friday and Saturday in the penultimate series of the season.
The volleyball Dukes sit first in the Sun Belt east division, at 9-1, and credit their strong finish to their use of the "Red Zone." Staff writer Jackson Hephner shares what the "Red Zone" is and why it's worked well for JMU.
JMU volleyball won its first of two games vs. Coastal Carolina on Thursday to secure first place in the Sun Belt Conference East Division. The Dukes, now 14-4 (8-1 Sun Belt) play the Chanticleers again on Friday at 6 p.m.
JMU volleyball is off to a 13-4 (7-1 Sun Belt) start this year, partly aided by its ability to replace former libero Savannah Marshall (2018-21). Staff writer Jackson Hephner dives into the what each new JMU libero and defensive specialist as brought thus far in 2022.
JMU volleyball downed Georgia State on the road Friday and Saturday, both times by four sets. The Dukes (13-4, 7-1 Sun Belt) return home to Godwin Hall for a double-header vs. Coastal Carolina on Oct. 21 and 22.
JMU volleyball won its second match vs. ODU in as many days in straight sets Saturday to move to 11-4 (5-1 Sun Belt). Next up for the Dukes is a doubleheader with Georgia State next Friday and Saturday, as JMU tries to get to 13-4.
JMU volleyball defeated Old Dominion on Friday night in straight sets before their rematch Saturday afternoon. The weekend is the first two meetings between the Dukes and Monarchs on the volleyball court in history.
JMU volleyball traveled to San Marcos, Texas, this weekend and went 1-1 versus Texas State, last year's Sun Belt Conference second-place team. Next, the Dukes, 9-4 (3-1 Sun Belt) face Old Dominion in a home doubleheader Oct. 7-8.
JMU volleyball downed App State twice over the weekend, both times in straight sets. The Dukes, now at 8-3, head to Texas State next weekend for another Sun Belt Conference doubleheader.
JMU volleyball won its Sun Belt Conference opener last night vs. App State in straight sets. The Dukes play the Mountaineers again Saturday, looking to move to 8-3.
As JMU volleyball prepares to open conference play against App State this weekend, staff writer Jackson Hephner previews what the two teams will look like.
JMU volleyball downed High Point on Wednesday in straight sets. The Dukes have the weekend off but then kick off Sun Belt Conference play Sept. 23 at home vs. Appalachian State.
JMU volleyball went 1-1 this weekend, losing to UMBC in five sets Friday but then downing Niagara in three quick sets Saturday. The Dukes travel to face High Point on Wednesday, looking to move to 6-3 before Sun Belt Conference play begins.
JMU volleyball is off to a 4-2 start this season, but the Dukes' results are even better when they rack up kills, or spikes over the net that the opposition can't hit back over the net. Online Managing Editor Savannah Reger breaks down JMU's success on kills so far this season and how they can sustain with its depth at outside hitter.
JMU volleyball finished its trip to Tallahassee, Florida, for the Seminole Volleyball Invitational 1-1, losing to Yale on Friday night but then downing Florida A&M in five sets Saturday. The Dukes next travel to Baltimore to face UMBC on Sept. 9, looking to move to 5-2.
JMU volleyball picked up two wins last Saturday to wrap up its undefeated opening weekend. The Dukes travel to Tallahassee, Florida, on Thursday next to take on Florida State.
JMU is launching a sportsmanship campaign called Dukes Do Better in light of the school's move to the Sun Belt Conference, more exposure as a national brand and past fan complaints at JMU sporting events. Sports editor Grant Johnson attended JMU's mandated Sun Belt sporting behavior and ethical conduct meeting Aug. 24 to document how administration will disseminate the campaign to students and fans.
The Dukes needed four sets to do it, but JMU volleyball defeated the University of Albany in its first game of the annual JMU Invitational.
JMU volleyball is set to play its opening games in the Sun Belt Conference era this weekend. Online Managing Editor Savannah Reger highlights multiple Dukes who've battled injuries this offseason and over the last few years and their road back to the volleyball court.
JMU softball's schedule released Friday morning. The team embarks on its first full Sun Belt schedule in program history.
Sean O’Regan heads to spring practice, getting ready to help keep his team conditioned as the summer approaches. JMU’s women’s basketball head coach has been working with a smaller group than anticipated in the spring, but said it’s allowed him to build more personal connections.
JMU volleyball shined on the court this season. The Dukes finished the regular season 17-7 (11-5 CAA), tying for second in the CAA.
Although the Dukes aren't in the CAA tournament, the teams get ready to determine who makes the NCAA tournament. Staff writer Logan Skinner details the matchups and what to look for in each squad.
Between JMU basketball tipping off and the Dukes hitting the road against William & Mary, a lot happened in JMU Athletics this week. Staff Writer Joshua Gingrich details what happened as well as other news in JMU Athletics.
JMU traveled to Hempstead, New York, to face Hofstra in its final series of the regular season. The Dukes swept the Pride, winning 3-0 (27-25, 25-21, 25-22).
The energy in Sinclair Gymnasium was undeniable Sunday as fans rallied to cheer on JMU volleyball against Towson on Senior Day. The Dukes and Tigers both brought their A-games, but Towson ultimately pulled ahead and won the match 3-1 (25-16, 22-25, 25-15, 25-20).
In volleyball, defensive specialists are the first to contact the ball once it’s served into play. They steady the offense and determine whether the team will have a chance to score — the offense relies on the back line to control the ball and set the hitters up for success.
From the Sun Belt to a football victory, lots happened with JMU Athletics this week. Staff writer Joshua Gingrich catches you up with the weekly sports recap.
Following a three-match win streak — all won without conceding a single set — JMU faced its toughest test of the season, hosting the defending CAA champion Towson on Saturday. Both teams entered the match tied for first place in the CAA. JMU won the match 3-0 (25-23, 25-19, 25-19).
JMU Athletics is officially in the Sun Belt and Commissioner Keith Gill, Athletic Director Jeff Bourne and JMU president Jonathan Alger all met with the media. The Breeze's Sports Editors and News Editor share sights and sounds from the media day.
Hours after receiving unanimous approval from the Virginia General Assembly to join the Sun Belt Conference, JMU officially accepted an invitation. The Dukes join Marshall, Old Dominion and Southern Mississippi in moving to the Sun Belt.
On Wednesday night, the Richmond Times-Dispatch said that the CAA is banning JMU from conference championships if the Dukes announce a move to the Sun Belt.
While the main news came off the field and court this week, the Dukes were still in action on the field. Here’s what happened.
JMU volleyball headed into Sunday's matchup with a chance at staying in first place in CAA standings. Backed by a stellar day, the Dukes took care of the Huskies to improve to 9-3 CAA.
With first place in the CAA on the line, JMU volleyball left it all on the court. In the first of two matches this weekend, JMU swept the Huskies 3-0 (25-17, 25-15, 25-16).
The JMU Board of Visitors met with JMU Athletics on Friday morning to discuss realignment to the Sun Belt Conference. Following a closed session, the vote was unanimously approved.
JMU junior setter Caroline Dozier has solidified herself as the Dukes’ de facto leader. With her relentless and reliable style of play, Dozier has proven to be a valuable piece of the Dukes’ offense. Junior outside hitter Chloe Wilmoth called Dozier one of the hardest workers she knows.
Last week was a big one for JMU sports. Field hockey secured the regular season title and the No. 1 seed in the CAA tournament. Volleyball had multiple players set season- and career-high records, including junior setter Caroline Dozier reaching 1,000 career assists. This week, it’s all abou…
As potential realignment opportunities arise for JMU, questions come up about specifics if JMU were to make the jump. Sports Editors Savannah Reger and Madison Hricik quick hit the storyline.
