Clinton, South Carolina, October 17, 2025
News Summary
The Presbyterian College volleyball team is preparing to host Big South conference rivals Gardner-Webb and Winthrop this weekend at the Templeton Center. With a current record of 4-13 and no victories in conference play, the Blue Hose aim to turn their season around. The matches, slated for Friday and Saturday at 6:00 PM, will be live-streamed on ESPN+. Standout player Anisa Dorlouis leads the team, while their opponents have shown strong performances this season, ready for challenging encounters.
Clinton, South Carolina – The Presbyterian College volleyball team is set to host Big South conference matches against Gardner-Webb and Winthrop this weekend at the Templeton Center. The team will aim to turn around its season as the Blue Hose currently hold a record of 4-13 overall and have yet to secure a victory in conference play at 0-5.
The first match against Gardner-Webb is scheduled for Friday, October 20, at 6:00 PM and will be designated as Alumni Night. Following that, Presbyterian will face Winthrop on Saturday, October 21, at 6:00 PM, which will be celebrated as Staff Appreciation Day. Both matches will be available for live streaming on ESPN+.
This weekend marks the Blue Hose’s second and third home matches of the season after suffering a loss in their only other home contest against Charleston Southern on September 26. Last weekend, Presbyterian struggled on the road, losing both matches against Radford (0-3) and High Point (2-3).
Anisa Dorlouis has emerged as a standout player for the Blue Hose, leading the team with 14 double-doubles this season, including two from last weekend’s road games. Dorlouis ranks second in the Big South in assists, accumulating a total of 545 assists so far this season. Meanwhile, Courtney Williams led the team with 12 kills and six blocks in the match against High Point, while Elyse Hutchinson contributed six blocks in the same contest. Notably, Dorlouis tied her career-high in kills with eight and also achieved a career-high in service aces with two during last weekend’s matches.
Gardner-Webb enters the weekend with an overall record of 8-12 and a conference mark of 1-4. Presbyterian has historically performed well against Gardner-Webb, leading the all-time series 13-5, including victories in the last two meetings with a score of 3-0 in each instance. Nalani McBride from Gardner-Webb is a notable player, leading the Big South in digs with a total of 405, averaging 5.40 digs per set.
Winthrop, on the other hand, boasts a 9-6 overall record and a conference record of 3-2. The Eagles have a strong historical advantage over Presbyterian in their all-time series, leading it 30-10, with Winthrop having won the last five matchups. Winthrop leads the Big South with the highest hitting percentage at .228 and tops in kills per set with an average of 13.16. Avery Jolley from Winthrop leads the conference in kills per set with an impressive average of 3.66.
After the matches against Gardner-Webb and Winthrop, the Blue Hose will continue their home stand on October 24 and 25, where they will host UNC Asheville and USC Upstate, respectively.
FAQ
What are the dates and times of the Presbyterian College volleyball matches?
The matches are scheduled for Friday, October 20, and Saturday, October 21, both starting at 6:00 PM.
What is the current record of the Presbyterian College volleyball team?
The team currently has a record of 4-13 overall and 0-5 in Big South play.
Who are the key players to watch in these matches?
Anisa Dorlouis leads the Blue Hose with 14 double-doubles this season and is second in the Big South in assists. Avery Jolley from Winthrop leads the conference in kills per set.
Key Features of Upcoming Volleyball Matches
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Matches | Presbyterian College vs. Gardner-Webb & Winthrop |
| Dates | October 20 (Gardner-Webb), October 21 (Winthrop) |
| Time | 6:00 PM for both matches |
| Location | Templeton Center, Presbyterian College |
| Live Streaming | Available on ESPN+ |
| Current Records | PC: 4-13 overall, 0-5 Big South; GW: 8-12 overall, 1-4 Big South; Winthrop: 9-6 overall, 3-2 Big South |
| All-Time Series | PC vs. GW: 13-5; PC vs. Winthrop: 10-30 |
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