When the No. 2 Texas Longhorns hit the court, they mean business. Torrey Stafford and company left no doubt in their 3-0 sweep over the No. 9 TCU Horned Frogs at Gregory Gymnasium. This wasn't just any win. This was a statement.
Stafford Leads the Charge
Torrey Stafford was a force. 15 kills, 13 digs. She was everywhere. Her performance—unstoppable. Cari Spears, the SEC's player and freshman of the week, added 10 kills. No hitting errors. That's not normal. Abby Vander Wal chipped in with 11 kills, showing the depth of Texas's firepower.
Set 1: Texas Sets the Tone
From the first whistle, Texas was on fire. They crushed TCU 25-12 in the opening set. Nine swings, eight kills. Ella Swindle dished out 11 assists, setting the rhythm. TCU? They had no answer.
Set 2: Texas Closes the Door
TCU tried to fight back, but Texas slammed it shut with a 25-17 win. Spears and Taylor Harvey teamed up for a block that flipped the momentum. And just like that, TCU lost their grip.
Set 3: Finishing in Style
Texas ended with a 25-18 clincher, leaving no doubt. Jerritt Elliott, Texas's head coach, said it best: “It all starts with serving and passing.” And Texas did just that.
The Longhorns handled business against a top-10 opponent. Up next? No. 21 Baylor. Another test. But if this match was any indication, Texas is ready for anything. Straight up dominant.
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Source: statesman.com
