FAYETTEVILLE — Hailey Dirrigl acknowledged she’s still apprehensive about dealing with covid-19, but she’s also excited to finally get on the volleyball court as the University of Arkansas volleyball team opens its season this weekend at Mississippi State.
“I’m not nervous about my team and my bubble,” Dirrigl said. “Traveling, we’re chartering, so that’s nice. My biggest concern is the other team. I know teams are getting tested, but you never know how diligent other teams are being.”
The 6-2 junior outside hitter from Phoenix redshirted last season while dealing with an ankle injury, but she and her teammates are eager to show off the work they’ve put in during a somewhat disjointed offseason.