Friday, August 30
Houston
12:30 p.m.
University of Houston
vs
Arizona State
Houston Opens Season Hosting Flo Hyman CC
8/28/2019 5:45:00 PM | Volleyball
Cougars begin 2019 journey welcoming a quadrant of opponents
HOUSTON – The University of Houston Volleyball team and first-year Houston Head Coach David Rehr officially open the 2019 campaign on Friday when the Cougars host the 10th annual Flo Hyman Collegiate Cup inside the Fertitta Center.
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Houston is joined by Arizona State, LSU, UT-Arlington and Texas A&M-Corpus Christi as those competing in the two-day tournament. Below is a complete schedule of the entire event.
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WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
NEW GAMEDAY PROCEDURES
Those looking to watch the Cougars in action in 2019 are now advised to park in the Stadium Garage on Holman Street as well as Lot 16B on the southeast corner of Elgin and Cullen in front of Moore's School of Music.
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Fans can park in both areas for $5, which will be open two hours before first serve. On days where other events are occurring on campus, $5 parking lots will still be available at locations to be determined later.
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To enter the Fertitta Center, doors will only be open at the Holman Street entrances, where fans can purchase single-game tickets for as low as $5. Fans can buy tickets in advance now by either clicking here or calling (713) GO-COOGS.
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Along with the list of prohibited items, also new to Houston Volleyball fans in 2019 is a Clear Bag Policy, which is being incorporated to help provide a safer environment for the public and to expedite fan entry into the Fertitta Center. The UH Clear Bag Policy strictly limits the size and types of bags that are permitted into the Fertitta Center.
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Items such as backpacks, large bags and diaper bags are not permitted. Fans are strongly encouraged to not bring any bags. However, the following will be permitted:
STAY CONNECTED
Follow Houston Volleyball on Twitter and Instagram at @UHCougarVB, and "Like" UHCougarVB on Facebook.
JOIN POINT HOUSTON CLUB
Fans can help support the Houston Volleyball program by joining the Point HOUSTON Club. To find out more information about the Point HOUSTON Club, visit UHCougars.com or call Cougar Pride at (713) 743-GoUH.
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Houston is joined by Arizona State, LSU, UT-Arlington and Texas A&M-Corpus Christi as those competing in the two-day tournament. Below is a complete schedule of the entire event.
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| TIME (CT) | FRIDAY, AUGUST 30 | COVERAGE |
| 10 a.m. | UT Arlington vs. Texas A&M Corpus Christi | Live Stats |
| 12:30 p.m. | Arizona State vs. HOUSTON | Live Stats | Watch |
| 4:30 p.m. | UT Arlington vs. LSU | Live Stats |
| 7 p.m. | Texas A&M Corpus Christi vs. HOUSTON | Live Stats | Watch |
| TIME (CT) | SATURDAY, AUGUST 31 | COVERAGE |
| 10 a.m. | LSU vs. Arizona State | Live Stats |
| 12:30 p.m. | UT Arlington vs. HOUSTON | Live Stats | Watch |
| 4:30 p.m. | Arizona State vs. Texas A&M Corpus Christi | Live Stats |
| 7 p.m. | LSU vs. HOUSTON | Live Stats | Watch |
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
- After jumping out to a 13-2 record and posting one of its best starts in program history in 2018, Houston is seeking back-to-back winning seasons for the first time since 2010-11.
- Houston returns 12 players from last season, including senior outside hitter Megan Duncan (2.92 k/s), senior libero Katie Karbo (5.31 d/s) and junior setter Abby Irvine (6.30 a/s).
- The Cougars welcome a pair of transfers to their 2019 roster in sophomore middle blocker Isabel Theut (Arkansas State) and Torie Frederick (Clemson). Frederick led the Tigers with 350 digs, which ranked 10th in the ACC.
Those looking to watch the Cougars in action in 2019 are now advised to park in the Stadium Garage on Holman Street as well as Lot 16B on the southeast corner of Elgin and Cullen in front of Moore's School of Music.
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Fans can park in both areas for $5, which will be open two hours before first serve. On days where other events are occurring on campus, $5 parking lots will still be available at locations to be determined later.
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To enter the Fertitta Center, doors will only be open at the Holman Street entrances, where fans can purchase single-game tickets for as low as $5. Fans can buy tickets in advance now by either clicking here or calling (713) GO-COOGS.
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Along with the list of prohibited items, also new to Houston Volleyball fans in 2019 is a Clear Bag Policy, which is being incorporated to help provide a safer environment for the public and to expedite fan entry into the Fertitta Center. The UH Clear Bag Policy strictly limits the size and types of bags that are permitted into the Fertitta Center.
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Items such as backpacks, large bags and diaper bags are not permitted. Fans are strongly encouraged to not bring any bags. However, the following will be permitted:
- Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12"
- One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc bag or similar)
- A small clutch purse no larger than 4.5" x 6.5" with or without a handle or strap. These small clutches are subject to search.
- An exception will be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection at the entrance by arena personnel.
Follow Houston Volleyball on Twitter and Instagram at @UHCougarVB, and "Like" UHCougarVB on Facebook.
Fans can help support the Houston Volleyball program by joining the Point HOUSTON Club. To find out more information about the Point HOUSTON Club, visit UHCougars.com or call Cougar Pride at (713) 743-GoUH.
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– UHCougars.com –
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