After sweeping the Omaha Supernovas at home, Orlando [3-4] will travel to the Peach State, aiming to build on their momentum against the Atlanta Vibe [4-3] on Thursday, February 6, at 7:00 p.m. ET. Fans can catch the action streamed live on Pro Volleyball Federation’s YouTube channel.
Top Offense vs. Top Defense
Leading in arguably every offensive category this season, Orlando is moving like a well-oiled machine. Leading the league in kills (403), hitting efficiency (26.9%), and kill percentage (37.8%), Orlando has also gotten it done with their defense, holding Omaha’s attack to a .159 hitting percentage on Sunday. On Thursday, they face another tough test against Atlanta’s formidable defense, which leads the league in opponent hitting efficiency (.188).
This will be the first meeting between Orlando and Atlanta this season, with Atlanta leading the all-time series 4-0.
Valkyries Players to Watch:
Adora Anae (Outside hitter): After posting 13 kills vs Omaha, her fifth straight match of 10+ kills, Anae will look to continue her aggressive ways against Atlanta. Providing plenty of energy from both the back and front row, Anae will play a key role in not only putting up points with her swing, but helping her team play within system with her passing, as she’s averaging 11.4 digs per contest.
Brittany Abercrombie (Opposite hitter): Leading the league with 123 kills, Abercrombie has been incredible this season. Coming off a double-double performance where she had 16 kills and 12 digs against Omaha, she’ll have another opportunity to showcase her excellent pinpoint accuracy versus a very good defense. With Abercrombie on one side and Anae on the other, Orlando boasts one of the most dynamic pin combinations in the league.
Vibe Players to Watch:
Merritt Beason (Opposite hitter): The first overall pick of the 2024 Pro Volleyball Federation draft, the former husker has been phenomenal in her first professional season. Setting a career-high with 23 kills earlier in the season and coming off a 15-kill performance against Vegas, the 6’4 opposite plays like a seasoned veteran.
Leah Edmond (Outside hitter): After taking home MVP as well as Outside hitter of the year and All-PVF First Team in 2024, Edmond has continued to make her presence known, averaging a double-double this season, with 12.9 kills and 10.6 digs per match. She also ranks first in service aces (16) and fourth in blocks (19).
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ABOUT ORLANDO VALKYRIES
The Orlando Valkyries are a proud member team in the Pro Volleyball Federation — the premier women’s professional volleyball league in North America. The Valkyries, which began play in January 2024, enter their second season in the league and will once again play out of Addition Financial Arena, located in the heart of the University of Central Florida campus. Season Tickets are on sale now. For more information on how to get all tickets, email Tickets@OrlandoValkyries.com, click on OrlandoValkyries.com, visit the Addition Financial Arena box office or go to the Ticketmaster website: Ticketmaster.com. Fans can follow the team on Facebook or via X, Instagram and TikTok — @ORLValkyries or visit OrlandoValkyries.com.
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