Aces ready to compete under second year head coach

Evansville, Ind. (WEHT) — University of Evansville women's volleyball coach Zach Weinberg aims to continue developing his team's foundation while also competing in his second year. The Purple Aces have a class of five newcomers, consisting of four freshmen and one transfer. Recognizing the need for a more competitive edge after a (6-22) season in his first year, Weinberg emphasizes that they don't play every match with the intention of winning, but rather focus on competing, with victories being a result of their efforts.

Weinberg believes the squad has grown deeper compared to the previous year and is more poised to compete more consistently.

Despite losing some star players from the previous season, the team is determined to play at a higher level this upcoming season. Middle blocker Sabrina Ripple expressed, "Last season, there were several games where we just took ourselves out of the competition. I believe, and I think this sentiment is shared by my teammates, we want to compete.

We want to play, and even if we lose, we don't want to lose our spirit. We want to compete and play against these teams." Evansville will face Lindenwood in an exhibition match on August 22nd at 3 p.m. in Meeks Family Fieldhouse.