The Basics
- The No. 12-ranked FIU beach volleyball team began play on Friday in its signature event of the season, the Surf 'N' Turf Invitational at Lummus Park on South Beach in Miami Beach. The Panthers posted a 2-1 record on the day, defeating No. 11 Grand Canyon and No. 8 South Carolina in a pair of 3-2 matches. The Panthers' only setback came at the hands of No. 2 UCLA (5-0). At the conclusion of Friday's competition, FIU stands at 17-6 on the year and 3-2 in Coastal Collegiate Sports Association play.
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