Oct. 30, 2008

MEMPHIS, Ten. - The Tiger volleyball team (15-10; 6-5 C-USA) will close out its six-game homestand this weekend, with a pair of Conference USA showdowns versus Marshall on Fri., Oct. 31 at 7 p.m., and East Carolina at 1 p.m. on Sun., Nov. 2.

Friday's contest will feature a Halloween costume contest and candy giveaways. Memphis looks to set the program's single-season attendance record with the "Fill the Fieldhouse" promotion on Sunday. There is no admission for Sunday's match.

Memphis has won three of its last four, including sweeping C-USA action last weekend. The Tigers are currently tied for fifth, with Houston, in the league standings.

Defense has powered the U of M's success this year, as it leads the league with 280.5 total blocks (2.83 per set), while holding opponents to a league-low .148 hitting percentage. Middle blocker Emily Underwood leads the conference and ranks third nationally with 1.58 blocks per set. Underwood has made 156 total blocks this year. Co-Defensive Player of the Week, Christine Bach patrols the Tiger back row defense with a team-best 453 digs.