Free Entry for Crucial Bearcats Volleyball Match

The University of Cincinnati volleyball team hosts Southern Methodist University at 7 p.m. this Friday, Nov. 4, in a pivotal American Athletic Conference showdown, and UC faculty, staff (as well as all fans) can check out all the action for free.

The winner of Friday’s match between the Bearcats (10-2) versus the Mustangs (11-1) will claim possession of first place in the conference and would be in the driver’s seat to punch a ticket to the NCAA tournament. First serve is set for 7 p.m. inside UC’s Fifth Third Arena. 

Admission is FREE for all UC faculty, staff and all fans, so no ticket is required at the door. Fans can also enjoy $1 beers and $1 hot dogs during the match. 

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