Georgetown Swept UConn in Volleyball Match
The Hoyas secured their first BIG EAST conference victory of the season at McDonough Arena.
Updated on Oct. 3, 2026 in Volleyball
Georgetown defeated the University of Connecticut 3-0 in a volleyball match on October 2, 2026. This victory marks the first BIG EAST conference win for the Hoyas this season.
Why it matters
The win provides Georgetown with much-needed momentum in conference play after a challenging start to their BIG EAST schedule. It significantly bolsters the team's standing as they navigate the remainder of their regular season.
Georgetown secured the match with set scores of 25-20 and 25-19, finishing with a 3-0 sweep. Dionna Mitchell led the offense with 11 kills, while setters Juleigh Urbina and Natalie Nguyen tallied 19 and 15 assists, respectively.
The players
Georgetown University
This Washington-based university competes in the BIG EAST conference as the Hoyas.
University of Connecticut
Known as the Huskies, this institution participates in collegiate athletics within the BIG EAST.
The details
The Hoyas utilized a balanced offensive rotation including Grace Albaugh, Berkeley Ploder, Katherine McGregor, and Kamryn Lee-Caracci to overwhelm the Huskies. Kamryn Lee-Caracci ended the match with the final kill, while defensive efforts were anchored by Bella McGirr and Dionna Mitchell with nine digs each.
Timeline
October 2, 2026: Georgetown defeated UConn in three sets.
October 3, 2026: Georgetown faces the Providence Friars.
Season Trajectory
This win is a pivotal moment for the Hoyas as they strive to climb the conference rankings and secure a favorable position for the postseason. By shifting their conference record to 1-2, Georgetown maintains its competitive standing within the highly contested BIG EAST division.
The 3-0 victory improves the Hoyas to a 9-5 overall record while dropping the Huskies to 7-9. This result gives Georgetown its first point in the conference standings as they prepare for a back-to-back weekend performance.
The takeaway
Securing a conference win at home provides the Hoyas with a critical boost as they move into the heart of their BIG EAST schedule. Maintaining this level of offensive execution will be essential for their upcoming match against the Providence Friars.
What happens next
Georgetown is scheduled to play the Providence Friars on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026.
Further reading
For more updates on the team, visit Volleyball.
