Kentucky volleyball sweeps Texas without key player Morgan Gaerte
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 7:47 PM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026
Kentucky volleyball defeated Texas in a straight-set match at Memorial Coliseum on September 27. The Wildcats showcased their depth in the absence of junior outside hitter Morgan Gaerte, who was sidelined but present at the game. Asia Thigpen led the team with 15 kills, while Georgia Watson contributed nine kills and two blocks. The victory underlines the team's adaptability and the effectiveness of their next-man-up mentality.
- •Kentucky swept Texas in an SEC match on September 27.
- •Morgan Gaerte was absent but supported the team from the sidelines.
- •Asia Thigpen recorded 15 kills to lead both teams.
- •Georgia Watson stepped up with nine kills and two blocks.
- •The Wildcats demonstrated effective depth and adaptability in the match.
- 7:47 PMYahoo Sports — Kentucky volleyball shows depth in sweep of Texas without key player
"Craig Skinner's Kentucky Wildcats swept the Texas Longhorns in an SEC volleyball match at Memorial Coliseum, overcoming the absence of Morgan Gaerte.
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