AKRON, Ohio – Akron volleyball is set to host its own non-conference tournament for the 22nd season in its 43-year history this weekend, welcoming Canisius, Eastern Kentucky and Youngstown State to James A. Rhodes Arena for the Akron Invitational. The Zips will take on Canisius at 7 p.m. ET on Friday. Tournament play will conclude for Akron with a doubleheader Saturday against the Colonels (12:30 p.m.) and Penguins (7 p.m.).
MATCH INFORMATION
Dates: Sept. 9-10
Location: Akron, Ohio
Site: James A. Rhodes Arena (5,500)
The Series: Akron leads Canisius, 5-0; Akron trails Eastern Kentucky, 1-11; Akron leads Youngstown State, 48-7
Head Coaches: Tom Hanna (149-159 overall, 10-25 at UA); Lenika Vazquez (n/a overall, first season at Canisius); Lori Duncan (269-417 overall, 240-317 at EKU); Mark Hardaway (228-298 overall, 60-69 at YSU)
Akron Assistant Coaches: Kacie Ehinger (Second Season); Jordan Armstrong (First Season)
Live stats: Canisius match, Eastern Kentucky match, Youngstown State match
FULL TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
Friday, Sept.