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Ashlyn Philpot shines in return for Illinois volleyball against Marquette

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 2:47 PM

Last updated Sep 16, 2026

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Ashlyn Philpot made a significant impact in her return to the Illinois volleyball team, recording 13 kills and nine blocks in a match against Marquette. Previously, Philpot had been limited due to an undisclosed injury, playing only minimal sets in earlier matches this season. Her presence on the court proved crucial as the Illini fended off a Marquette rally to secure the win, avoiding their second consecutive home reverse sweep. Illinois has a record of 5-3 and is set to play Eastern Illinois next at 6 p.m. on Wednesday.

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  • •Philpot played limited sets prior to the match against Marquette.
  • •She had missed time due to an undisclosed injury.
  • •Illinois is now 5-3 on the season.
  • •Philpot's high energy was pivotal in the win against Marquette.
  • •Next, Illinois will face Eastern Illinois on Wednesday.
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  • 2:47 PMYahoo Sports — Ashlyn Philpot back in difference-making role for Illini
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Sep. 16—CHAMPAIGN — Ashlyn Philpot played in one set against Syracuse during Illinois volleyball's opening weekend of the season. Then two at Tennessee on Sept. 1 and two more against Lindenwood last Wednesday. These were not lengthy stints on the court for the 6-foot-4 middle blocker. Mostly a quick run through half a rotation before giving way again to either Kristina Starostenko or Lindsay ...

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