Box Score DURHAM, N.C. – The FIU volleyball program dropped its season opener in straight sets to Houston on Friday afternoon in the opening match of the Duke Tournament.
Junior Courtney O'Brien and newcomer Emma Beretich led the Panthers offensively, each recording eight kills. Sophomore Jillian Huckabey added seven kills, while Magda Stambrowska and Kira Givans chipped in six apiece. Stambrowska also anchored the defense at the net with a team-high four blocks.
At setter, sophomore Kaylee Musick made the start and dished out a team-best 21 assists, with Savannah Cook contributing 12.