Tennessee volleyball draws record crowd in straight sets win over Illinois

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Tennessee volleyball draws record crowd in straight sets win over Illinois
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No. 22 Tennessee improved to 4-0 on the season with a 25-19, 25-17, 25-11 victory over Illinois on Tuesday at the Food City Center. The match drew 8,212 spectators, establishing a new attendance record for the program. This figure eclipsed the previous high of 7,924 set during the season opener against Colgate on August 28. Kennedi Rogers paced the offense with 14 kills, while Caroline Kerr contributed 38 assists to maintain a.422 team hitting percentage. Jalyn Stout earned her first double-double as a Lady Vol with 10 kills and 11 digs. The team will continue its schedule on September 6 against Indiana at Bridgestone Arena in the Broadway Block Party.

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  • Tennessee defeated Illinois in three sets to move to 4-0.
  • A record crowd of 8,212 attended the match at Food City Center.
  • Kennedi Rogers led the Lady Vols with 14 kills.
  • Caroline Kerr provided 38 assists in the win.
  • The team plays Indiana on September 6 at Bridgestone Arena.
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  • 11:08 AMYahoo SportsTennessee volleyball sets second attendance record in 2026 season
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