Wednesday night’s match against Indiana was about much more than volleyball. It was the beginning of a rivalry thanks to someone who knows both programs well.
Former Maryland head coach Steve Aird returned to College Park for the first time, now at the helm for Indiana. He led the program for four years before abruptly departing for Indiana after the 2017 season.
The Terps were able to get the best of Aird last season, winning in straight sets, but for much of Wednesday’s match, it didn’t look like they would do so again. Maryland lost the first two sets, but stormed back to win three straight and take a 3-2 victory.