Gators Welcome LSU on Friday Night

Friday, November 16

Gainesville, FL

7 PM

Florida Gators

LSU

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Gators Welcome LSU on Friday Night

Thursday, November 15, 2018 | Volleyball

Florida kicks off its four-match stretch to close out the season on Friday against the Tigers

By: Katie Callahan

Match Notes

GAINESVILLE, Fla. – The No. 13 Florida Gators welcome the LSU Tigers to Exactech Arena on Friday night in the homestretch of the regular season.

Florida (21-5, 12-2) currently sits third in the SEC, while LSU (11-14, 6-8) sits seventh.

This is the first of four matches in eight days for the Gators – the team travels to Georgia on Sunday, No. 22 Tennessee on Wednesday and closes out the regular season on Friday, Nov. 23 at home against South Carolina.

UF holds the 43-13 series advantage over LSU, including a 40-5 record under Mary Wise.

Florida won the last meeting in straight sets on Sept. 26, 2018 in Baton Rouge, La. The Gators took the first set in a close fashion, winning 25-23. Florida then went up 2-0 in the match after winning the second frame 25-21 and clinched the match victory with a 25-17 win in set 3.

Thayer Hall led the team offensively with 11 kills, followed by 10 from Holly Carlton. Rachael Kramer and Taelor Kellum both pitched in seven of their own.

The Monserezs combined for 35 assists – 23 coming from Allie Monserez and 12 coming from Marlie Monserez.

The team as a whole recorded 10 blocks, led by five apiece from Racheal Kramer and Holly Carlton. Allie Gregory had command of the backcourt defense, registering 11 digs on the night.

Florida is looking to continue its streak of winning at least 22 matches in a season, which they have done for 28 consecutive years.

No. 13 Florida vs. LSU
Time & Date: Sunday, Nov. 16 | 7 p.m.
Live Stream: WatchESPN
Live Stats: Sidearm
Radio: ESPN 98.1FM/850 AM
Tickets: Gator Ticket Office

Series Information – No. 13 Florida vs. LSU

This is the 57th meeting between the two schools
Florida leads 43-13, including a 40-5 record under Mary Wise
3-set: 25-7 | 4-set: 14-6 | 5-set: 4-0
Home: 21-5 | Away: 18-6 | Neutral: 4-2
Last time out: Sept. 26, 2018 | Baton Rouge, La. | W, 3-0 (25-23, 25-21, 25-19)

Promotions

Hurricane Relief Drive: The Gators will be collecting supplies prior to the match to send to those affected by the recent Hurricane.
- The items needed for the relief drive are: toiletry items, cleaning supplies, non-perishable food items, Ziploc bags, baby wipes and diapers, feminine hygiene items and first aid items
Giveaway: 1,000 Florida Volleyball Headbands
Alberta's Birthday Party: Kid's Club members can join Alberta in a special birthday party with games, crafts and more prior to the match
Guest Appearance: The 2019 Gators Gymnastics team will be in attendance at the match. Get autographs from the team pre-match and be sure to catch a T-shirt from them between sets
Honorary First Serve: Amanda Cheney of the Gymnastics team will give the honorary first serve
Friday Night Block Party: Games, free food, prizes and more for UF students outside of Gate 1
Rowdy Tunnel: UF students can line the tunnel to cheer on the Gators as they run out onto the court
Gators Students Check-in: UF students can check in via the Gators Students Rewards App to earn four points to put towards great prizes
Football Weekend Ticket Deal: Get in free to the match when you show your Florida Football vs. Idaho ticket

TICKET INFORMATION | Gator Ticket Office Online | Call: 352-375-4683 x6800 (Open M-F, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.)
Season Ticket Prices:

Reserved (Sections 09*, 11*, 13*, 15*, 23, 25, 27, 29) – $50 [all ages]
General Admission (All other lower bowl areas) – $35 [ages 13 and up]
Courtside Season Pass (subject to availability) – $150 [all ages]
Loge Seating (subject to availability) [in front of the Sideline Club] – $75 [all ages]

Single-Match Ticket Prices:

Reserved (Sections 09*, 11*, 13*, 15*, 23, 25, 27, 29) | $6 [all ages]
General Admission (All other lower bowl areas) | $4 [ages 13 and up] / FREE [ages 12 and under]
Student General Admission – FREE [with valid Gator1 ID]