Arizona volleyball adopts new 6-2 offensive strategy for exhibition opener

The Arizona Wildcats volleyball team will face GCU Lopes in an exhibition match on August 19, 2026. Head coach Rita Stubbs announced a shift to a 6-2 offensive system, emphasizing the team's capability to utilize both setters effectively. Junior setter Maria Olga Siapani and fifth-year setter Harmony Sample will split duties, allowing for more players to contribute on the court. The match follows a successful Red-Blue scrimmage, where outside hitter Destiny Ndam-Simpson stood out with 24 kills. The exhibition will serve as a test for the Wildcats' new approach as they prepare for the upcoming season.

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