What You Need to Know:
* The Panthers host the Mercer Bears in an exhibition match Friday.
* GSU returns nine letter winners from the 2016 team, and welcomes in eight newcomers.
* The match is set for noon at the GSU Sports Arena.
ATLANTA- After two weeks of preseason workouts, the Georgia State volleyball team will face the Mercer Bears in an exhibition match Friday. It will be the first and only tune-up for the Panthers before beginning regular season play. The match will be the first opportunity for fans to see the eight newcomers who will join the 2017 roster.