Utah State volleyball achieved a reverse sweep victory over Texas State on Wednesday night at the Wayne Estes Center, winning 3-2. After dropping the first two sets by two points each, the Aggies dominated the final three frames to overcome the Bobcats.
The Aggies' comeback included winning the third, fourth, and fifth sets with scores of 25-13, 25-12, and 15-10. Junior outside hitters Olivia Ruy and Sami Blackett led the offense with 21 and 20 kills, respectively, marking the first match this season where multiple Aggies recorded 20-plus kills. Sophomore setter Silina Damuni contributed 50 assists and 15 digs to earn her 10th double-double of the season, while junior libero/outside hitter Justyna Novakova recorded a career-high 17 digs.
Utah State's defensive performance was highlighted by 18 team blocks, tying the program's highest mark since 2019. The Aggies held Texas State to a .074 hitting percentage, the lowest mark allowed by the team since 2023. In the fourth set, Blackett recorded nine kills, tying the team's season high for a single frame. The victory improves Utah State's conference record to 4-7, leaving the team tied for fifth place in the league standings.
The match saw significant momentum shifts, particularly in the decisive fifth set. After Texas State scored five unanswered points to force a timeout, Utah State scored seven consecutive points to reclaim control. Olivia Ruy delivered the final kill to secure the match victory.
The Aggies are scheduled to close out a three-match home stand against Oregon State on Friday, Nov. 6, at 7 p.m. (MT) at the Wayne Estes Center.
