Marquette Volleyball: Unbeaten Streak on the Line Against DePaul

Marquette volleyball secured two 3-0 sweeps last weekend against Providence and Connecticut, placing them in first place in the Big East with a 2-0 conference record. The team is set to play DePaul on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, in Chicago, aiming to break a five-way tie for the lead. This match is crucial for Marquette's NCAA tournament hopes, as DePaul is ranked among the top opponents in the Big East.

Historically, Marquette holds a significant advantage over DePaul, with a 30-match winning streak dating back to 2009. However, recent matchups have seen DePaul push Marquette to extended sets. DePaul's offense is led by Kendall Timme, averaging 3.76 kills per set, with Isabela Tavares Salomon and Jade Dudley-Epps also being key contributors. Setter Leonor Polezzi leads the team, though a substitution pattern with Amanda Saeger has been observed.