Florida Welcomes Texas A&M on Senior Day

Saturday, November 30

Gainesville, FL

4 PM

Florida Gators

Texas A&M

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Florida Welcomes Texas A&M on Senior Day

Friday, November 29, 2019 | Volleyball

The Gators honor their seniors prior to Saturday’s match; Florida could win a share of the SEC with victory

By: Katie Callahan

Match Notes

GAINESVILLE, Fla. – The No. 15 Florida Gators close out the regular season when they welcome the Texas A&M Aggies to town on Saturday.

This match will serve as Senior Day, with first serve slated for 4 p.m. on the SEC Network +.

UF and Kentucky currently sit tied for first in the league, with each having one match remaining. Florida is looking to clinch its 24th SEC Championship.

The Gators are coming off a sweep of Arkansas on Wednesday night, while Texas A&M topped South Carolina in four sets in its last match.

Florida is ranked in the top-3 in three different categories in the SEC: first in blocks per set (2.60), second in hitting percentage (.287) and second in opponent hitting percentage (.181).

Individually, Thayer Hall is ranked fifth in points per set (4.55), sixth in service aces per set (0.31) and sixth in kills per set (3.79).

Rachael Kramer sits second in the league in hitting percentage with a .399 clip.

Marlie Monserez ranks fourth in the conference with 10.28 assists per set, while Allie Gregory is fourth in digs per set, averaging 4.09.

Lauren Dooley ranks fifth in blocks per set, averaging 1.08, while Paige Hammons ranks third in service aces per set, registering 0.38 through the season thus far.

In conference play, the Gators are ranked first in hitting percentage (.294) and service aces per set (1.54). Rachael Kramer sits first in the league with a .460 clip.

In the last meeting between the two squads on Oct. 13, 2019, Florida pulled out the hard-fought five-set victory over the Aggies (25-23, 25-23, 14-25, 15-24, 15-12).

Florida was led offensively by Thayer Hall, who posted 18 kills in the match. Paige Hammons and Holly Carlton both notched 10, while Rachael Kramer pitched in seven.

Marlie Monserez captained the offense, dishing out 41 assists in the match.

The backcourt defense was led by Allie Gregory, who registered 17 digs. Hall pitched in 13, while Hammons added 10.

As a squad, the Gators recorded 16.0 blocks, led by a team-high nine from Kramer. Lauren Dooley and Hall both added five blocks apiece in the match as well.

Parking Information

Please attempt to arrive prior to 3 p.m. to avoid road closures
There will be a shuttle running from Garage IX free of charge from 2:30-3:30
- Everyone will receive a voucher when they pull into the garage
After 3:30 p.m., there will be a $10 charge to ride the Gator Aider over to Exactech Arena
If you have any questions, please contact the Florida Gators ticket office at 352-375-4683 x6800

Promotions

Senior Day – Be sure to arrive early to watch as we honor our four senior athletes and three senior managers prior to the match!
Kid's Tunnel - Kids 12 and under will be selected to come down to the court and help cheer on the Gators as they run out prior to the match!
Post-match Autographs: Autographs will take place after the match
Court Projection – Arrive early for every Gators home match this season for brand new court projection! Keep an eye out for different variations throughout the season!
Point Florida Cards – Sponsored by Gatorade – Fans can pick up "POINT FLORIDA" cards from the marketing tables at every home match to cheer on the Gators!
VyStar Fan of the Match – Each match, one Gators fan will be crowned "Fan of the Match" and win a prize courtesy of VyStar Credit Union!
Gator Volleyball Toss – Mini volleyballs will be tossed into the crowd during player introductions.
Gator Ace T-Shirts - Whenever a Gator records an ace, a t-shirt will be tossed into the stands.

No. 15 Florida vs. Texas A&M Broadcast Information
Time & Date: Sunday, Nov. 30 | 4 p.m.
TV Network: SEC Network + | Live Stream: WatchESPN | Live Stats: Sidearm | Radio: ESPN 98.1 FM/850AM

Series Information – No. 15 Florida vs. Texas A&M

This is the 18th meeting between the two schools
Florida leads: 16-1 (14-1 under Mary Wise)
3-set: 6-0 | 4-set: 6-0 | 5-set: 4-1
Home: 8-0 | Away: 7-1 | Neutral: 1-0
Last Time Out: Oct. 13, 2018 | College Station, Texas | W, 3-2 (25-23, 25-23, 14-25, 15-25, 15-12)

TICKET INFO | 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]