{
  "id": 8401643,
  "title": "Arizona volleyball finds winning combination in reverse sweep of San Diego State",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/19/arizona-volleyball-finds-winning-combination-in-reverse-sweep-of-san",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-19T06:45:39.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/arizona-volleyball-finds-winning-combination-064539158.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On August 19, 2026, Arizona volleyball pulled off an impressive comeback victory against San Diego State, winning 3-2 in the Aztecs’ home opener. Head coach Rita Stubbs praised her team's unity and communication as key ingredients to their success. The Wildcats made multiple lineup and tactical adjustments, which proved crucial in turning the match around. Senior middle blocker Journey Tucker led both teams with eight total blocks, including two solo, while freshman libero Gigi Whann played a pivotal role by making only four appearances in the entire match. Arizona's strong serving also contributed to their success, as they secured all five aces in the critical third and fourth sets. The team's determination and adaptability ultimately paid off, giving Arizona fans a thrilling win to remember.",
  "summary": "It felt like déjà vu. A day after dropping three straight sets to San Diego in a very uninspiring fashion, Arizona volleyball was in a two-set hole to San Diego State. Just like the day before, the Wildcats had yet to reach 20 points in a set. Then, they found something that worked. Arizona came […]",
  "key_points": [
    "Arizona defeats San Diego State 3-2 in reverse sweep",
    "Head coach Rita Stubbs credits team unity and communication",
    "Journey Tucker and Gigi Whann lead in blocks and plays"
  ],
  "editors_take": "The Wildcats' ability to make effective lineup and tactical adjustments and display strong team unity and communication has given them a winning edge in high-pressure situations.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}