Wisconsin volleyball faces Kentucky in season opener at AVCA First Serve

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Wisconsin volleyball faces Kentucky in season opener at AVCA First Serve
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Wisconsin volleyball begins its season at the AVCA First Serve showcase on August 21 at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee. The Badgers, ranked sixth, will play against third-ranked Kentucky at 8 p.m. after last season's NCAA Final Four appearance. Wisconsin lost to Kentucky in a five-set match during the semifinals last year and looks to avenge that defeat with a revamped lineup featuring 11 newcomers. Following the match against Kentucky, Wisconsin will face Louisville on August 22 at 3 p.m.

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  • Wisconsin plays Kentucky at 8 p.m. on August 21.
  • AVCA First Serve event hosts six top-eight ranked teams.
  • Badgers lost to Kentucky in last year’s semifinals.
  • Next match is against Louisville at 3 p.m. on August 22.
  • Event takes place at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee.
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Wisconsin volleyball begins its season as part of the AVCA First Serve showcase at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee. Here's how to watch the Badgers on TV.

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