https://www.udcfirebirds.com en-us https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20120423i1ki6b WASHINGTON, DC - Several University of the District of Columbia student-athletes and a few athletic department staff members participated in the Walk MS event - a 3-mile walk around the National Mall to raise money and awareness about Multiple Sclerosis, on Saturday, April 21st. Mon, 23 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20120423i1ki6b https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20111105befzb9 Washington, DC – The University of the District of Columbia Women’s Volleyball Team showed heart and determination, but the Firebirds were unable to pull off the victory at home in the final game of the season. Sat, 05 Nov 2011 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20111105befzb9 https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20111104i6571z Washington, DC – The University of the District of Columbia Women’s Volleyball Team took on East Coast Conference (ECC) leader Dowling College. The Golden Lions proved to be too powerful, overwhelming the Firebirds in three straight sets, 3-0. With the win, the Golden Lions remain on top of the ECC with a 23-4 record (10-1 in the ECC). With the loss, the Firebirds fall to 11-21 (2-11 in the conference). Fri, 04 Nov 2011 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20111104i6571z https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20111031iou6kx Bridgeport, CT – The University of the District of Columbia Women’s Volleyball Team fell to Bridgeport University in three sets tonight in their final road game of the season. The match was well contested by the Firebirds, but the Knights continued their impressive season winning 25-18, 25-23, 27-25. With the loss, the Firebirds drop to 11-20 on the year and 2-10 in the East Coast Conference (ECC) while the Purple Knights currently sit at 17-4 and 10-2 in the ECC. Sun, 30 Oct 2011 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20111031iou6kx https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20111026cf6148 Washington, DC – The University of the District of Columbia Women’s Volleyball Team fell to East Coast Conference (ECC) foe Bridgeport University 3-0 at home in the UDC Gym. The District of Columbia Columbia student-athletes worked hard to raise funds for the Susan G Komen Foundation and the Sideout Foundation as part of Breast Cancer Awareness month. Despite the goodwill, the Firebirds could not pull off the victory at home. With the loss the Firebirds fall to 11-19 while the Purple Knights advance to 15-4. Wed, 26 Oct 2011 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20111026cf6148 https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/201110248g01gq Washington, DC – The University of the District of Columbia made quick work against the visiting Bowie State Bulldogs in front of a spirited home crowd in the District of Columbia Gym. The Firebirds honored senior middle hitter/ outside hitter Mirella Nunez (Sao' Paulo, Brazil - Colegio Augusto Laranja) and setter/ right side Grace DeMichelis (Aurora, CO – Overland HS) between the second and third sets as part of the Senior Night festivities. Head Coach Sheila Weaver, Director of Athletics Patricia Thomas, and Assistant Coach Cornelius McFerson greeted the seniors at midcourt to thank them for their dedication to the District of Columbia Volleyball Program. Mon, 24 Oct 2011 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/201110248g01gq https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20111022xn59wt Dobbs Ferry, NY - The UDC Women’s Volleyball Team played three games in two days, falling to Queens College and Assumption but defeating Mercy College. The Firebirds fell to Queens College 3-1 on Friday night at 7:00 PM in Flushing, NY. UDC then rallied at 12:00 PM today to defeat Mercy College 3-1. The Firebirds returned to action again right away as they took on Assumption at 2:00 PM, falling 3-1. The Firebirds return to Washington, DC with a 10-18 record on the year. Sat, 22 Oct 2011 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20111022xn59wt https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/2011101618t89b Long Island, NY – The UDC Women’s Volleyball Team ended its weekend trip to New York with a loss to ECC foe CW Post in three sets 3-0. The Firebirds fall to 1-7 in the East Coast Conference and 9-16 overall, while the Pioneers advance to 11-12 on the year and 4-4 in the conference. Sun, 16 Oct 2011 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/2011101618t89b https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20111015w0s4cw Rockville Center, NY – The UDC Women’s Volleyball Team did everything it could tonight, but they came up short against East Coast Conference (ECC) foe Molloy. The Firebirds lost the match by a total of eight points over three game, and the first and second games went into extra points. The Firebirds fall to 9-15 overall, 1-6 in the ECC. The Lions advance to 7-13 on the season, 4-4 in the ECC. Sat, 15 Oct 2011 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20111015w0s4cw https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20111013sgbyxz Washington, DC - The UDC Women’s Volleyball Team dominated tonight, disposing of Virginia Union in three straight sets. With the win the Firebirds advance to 9-14 on the year while the Panthers drop to 6-16 on the year. This was the second time the Firebirds and Panthers have met this year, with the Firebirds winning the first matchup 3-0 on September 29th in Richmond, VA. Thu, 13 Oct 2011 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20111013sgbyxz https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20111011gbslpy Elizabeth City, NC – The UDC Women’s Volleyball Team traveled to Elizabeth City State University to take on the Vikings. The Firebirds returned home with a 3-0 loss, dropping to 8-14 on the season. The Vikings, who avenged a season opening loss to UDC on September 2nd, advance to 12-10 on the year. Mon, 10 Oct 2011 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20111011gbslpy https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20111008g4i0hr Washington, DC – Following a very successful “Youth Day” event on Saturday, October 8, the UDC Women’s Volleyball team returned to action at the UDC Gym to face a tough NYIT squad which was looking to extend its winning streak to eleven consecutive games. Sat, 08 Oct 2011 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20111008g4i0hr https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20111008lgphdn Washington DC – The UDC Women’s Volleyball Team hosted a youth day today. The event was a tremendous success as over 30 area high school and middle school volleyball players came to the UDC GYM to participate. Sat, 08 Oct 2011 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20111008lgphdn https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20111004ooodp0 Pike Creek, DE – The UDC Women’s Volleyball Team Could not capitalize on an early 1-0 set advantage as Goldey-Beacom College came back to win three straight sets to defeat the Firebirds at the Joseph West Jones Center at Goldey-Beacom. Tue, 04 Oct 2011 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20111004ooodp0 https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20111001ltc7nv Murfreesboro, NC – The UDC Women’s Volleyball team traveled to Murfreesboro, NC to take on Chowan University and Lincoln University (PA). The Firebirds come home with one win and one loss, as they defeated Lincoln 3-0 and lost to Chowan 0-3. The Firebirds now move to 8-11 overall on the season. Sat, 01 Oct 2011 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20111001ltc7nv https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/2011093052jzx8 UDC Women’s Volleyball to Host Youth Day Saturday, October 8th at 11:30 AM. Free Volleyball Youth Clinic at 11:30 am and Free Admission to the UDC vs. NYIT Women’s Volleyball Match at 2:00 pm. Pregame Autograph Session with UDC Women’s Volleyball Team. Observe Team Warm-ups with Fun Music. Snack bar open with pizza, soft drinks, and snacks for sale. Photo opportunities with the UDC Firebird Mascot. 2:00 pm: UDC Women’s Volleyball Match vs. NYIT. We ask that you rsvp ahead of time with names and ages to mrienzo@udc.edu so that we can plan appropriately. Fri, 30 Sep 2011 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/2011093052jzx8 https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/201109293h6rmm Richmond, VA – The UDC Women’s Volleyball Team traveled to Richmond, VA to take on Virginia Union. The Firebirds made quick work of the Panthers dispatching them in three sets 3-0. With the win the Firebirds advance to 7-10 while the Panthers drop to 4-13 on the year. Thu, 29 Sep 2011 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/201109293h6rmm https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20110927w1g3qy Ettrick, VA – The University of the District of Columbia Women’s Volleyball Team traveled to Ettrick, VA to take on Virginia State University. The Firebirds prevailed 3-1 after 4 sets of extremely competitive action. With the win, UDC sits at 6-10 while the Trojans fall to 6-11. This was the second time this season that the two teams faced each other, with UDC winning the first match on September 2nd at the UDC Women’s Volleyball Tournament in Washington, DC. Tue, 27 Sep 2011 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20110927w1g3qy https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20110925gzv0k1 Washington DC– The UDC Women's Volleyball Team dropped to 1-4 in the East Coast Conference today as Molloy College (NY) overpowered the Firebirds, 3-0. The Firebirds split the two weekend ECC matches at home. UDC is now 5-10 overall while the Molloy College Lions improve to 2-0 in the league and 5-9 for the year. Sun, 25 Sep 2011 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20110925gzv0k1 https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20110924qldj7u Washington DC– The UDC Women's Volleyball Team moved to 1-3 in the East Coast Conference today with a 3-0 victory over ECC foe Queens College. The Firebirds are now 5-9 overall while the Knights fall to 2-5 and 0-2 in the conference. Queens has not won in five tries on the road in 2011. Sat, 24 Sep 2011 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20110924qldj7u https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20110920gawvfu Washington, DC – The UDC Women’s Volleyball Team dropped to 0-3 in the East Coast Conference (ECC) today with the 3-0 loss to CW Post. The Firebirds fall to 4-9 overall while the Pioneers advance to 6-6 overall and 1-1 in the conference. Tue, 20 Sep 2011 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20110920gawvfu https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20110917he3uqc Old Westbury, NY – The UDC Women’s Volleyball Team concluded a difficult three game road trip with two losses today to Franklin Pierce and New York Institute of Technology. With the losses the Firebirds fall to 4-8 on the year, 0-2 in the conference. Sat, 17 Sep 2011 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20110917he3uqc https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20110917ide3th Oakdale, NY - The UDC Women’s Volleyball Team traveled to Dowling College for the first match for the Firebirds in the East Coast Conference (ECC) as well as the first of a three game swing in New York. The Firebirds fell to the Golden Lions in three straight sets 25-11, 25-15, 25-15. The Golden Lions improved to 8-2 on the season and 2-0 in ECC play while the Firebirds slide to 4-6, 0-1 in conference. Fri, 16 Sep 2011 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20110917ide3th https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20110914upd3pt Bowie, MD – The UDC Women’s Volleyball Team bounced back after a tough weekend in impressive fashion, beating the Bowie State Bulldogs in three sets. The Firebirds now sit at 3-4 on the season as they prepare for their first East Coast Conference (ECC) matchup on Friday at Dowling College. Tue, 13 Sep 2011 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20110914upd3pt https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20110910rvl87m Hunstville, AL – The UDC Women’s Volleyball team lost two matches today at the Alabama Huntsville Country Inn and Suites Invitational, dropping to 3-5 on the season. Sat, 10 Sep 2011 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20110910rvl87m https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/201109090hdez1 Huntsville, AL - The UDC Women’s Volleyball Team traveled to Alabama to participate in the University of Alabama Huntsville Country Inn and Suites Volleyball Invitational. The Firebirds were defeated by UAH 3-0 and Henderson State 3-0. With the pair of losses the Firebirds drop to 3-3 on the season. Fri, 09 Sep 2011 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/201109090hdez1 https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20110906dd4uv4 Washington, DC – UDC Women's Volleyball junior outside hitter/ middle back Vanessa Garley (Rio Rancho, NM – Rio Rancho HS) has been named East Coast Conference (ECC) Player of the Week. Garley led the Firebirds to a 3-1 start in their first season in the ECC by compiling 47 kills and 29 digs over four games in the UDC Women’s Volleyball Tournament this past weekend. Garley notched four straight games with double-digit kills and also picked up a double-double with 13 kills and 10 digs against Goldey Beacom College. Tue, 06 Sep 2011 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20110906dd4uv4 https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20110903im7h4i Washington, DC – The UDC Women’s Volleyball team closed out the UDC Women’s Volleyball Tournament today with a win over Goldey Beacom College 3-1 at 4:00pm. Earlier in the day, the Firebirds fell to LeMoyne College 3-1. The Firebirds stand at 3-1 in the early stages of the season. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20110903im7h4i https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20110902ys583z Washington, DC – UDC Women’s Volleyball notched a pair of victories to open up the 2011 campaign. As part of the UDC Women’s Volleyball Tournament, UDC took on Elizabeth City State College at 12:00 pm, defeating the Vikings in 3 sets (3-0). The Firebirds played back to back games, taking on Virginia State College at 2:00 pm. The Firebirds disposed of the Trojans in three sets (3-0). Fri, 02 Sep 2011 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20110902ys583z https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20110831afybxe Washington, DC – The UDC Women’s Volleyball team hosts four teams this weekend and opens up the 2011 season this weekend with four games over two days. The UDC Women’s Volleyball Tournament includes UDC, Goldey Beacom, Elizabeth City, LeMoyne, and Virginia State. Wed, 31 Aug 2011 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wvball/2011-12/releases/20110831afybxe