Marquette Volleyball's Big East showdown against Xavier and Butler: A preview of the season's pivotal matches.
The Golden Eagles' Big East Battle
Marquette's volleyball team is gearing up for a crucial Big East match against Xavier, with implications for both the standings and the NCAA tournament. As of the match's date, Xavier holds the 33rd spot in the RPI, just one spot ahead of Marquette. A win over Xavier would be Marquette's best victory of the season, considering Florida's recent dip in RPI ranking after losing to Marquette. With four non-Marquette teams in the top 60 of the RPI and no others in the top 140, plus three teams below the 200 mark, this game is a golden opportunity to bolster Marquette's tournament resume.
The match is also significant for the Big East standings. Both Xavier and Marquette enter the game with 5-1 league records, having each lost only to Creighton. A home victory over Xavier could give Marquette a significant edge, especially with the regular-season finale against the Musketeers in Cincinnati looming. While coaches advise focusing on the present match, the team might also consider the broader goal of securing a sweep of Xavier.
Butler: A Closer Look
Marquette must also prepare for the upcoming match against Butler, a team with reasons to be cautious. Despite their current record, Marquette must approach the game with the mindset to secure a win, regardless of the outcome against Xavier. The team's recent setbacks against less-ranked opponents serve as a reminder of the challenges ahead.
Match Details
Big East Match #7: vs Xavier Musketeers (16-2, 5-1 Big East)
- Date: Friday, October 17, 2025
- Time: 7 pm Central
- Location: Al McGuire Center, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Streaming: ESPN+ (https://www.espn.com/watch/player?id=c5330850-d96e-4e88-8fc1-51c480d7c312)
- Live Stats: Stat Broadcast (https://stats.statbroadcast.com/mobile/?id=601452)
- Twitter Updates: @MarquetteVB (http://twitter.com/marquettevb)
- Bluesky Updates: @AnonymousEagle (https://bsky.app/profile/anonymouseagle.bsky.social)
Big East Match #8: vs Butler Bulldogs (8-11, 1-5 Big East)
- Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025
- Time: 6 pm Central
- Location: Al McGuire Center, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Streaming: ESPN+ (https://www.espn.com/watch/player?id=9198623c-cb9d-4ae1-916a-8006d8372223)
- Live Stats: Stat Broadcast (https://stats.statbroadcast.com/mobile/?id=601453)
- Twitter Updates: @MarquetteVB (http://twitter.com/marquettevb)
