2021 Bryant University Women's Volleyball News

Richmeyer '19 named assistant coach at Eckerd College
Richmeyer '19 named assistant coach at Eckerd College

June 21, 2022

SMITHFIELD, R.I. -- Bryant University women's volleyball alumnae Grace Richmeyer '19 has been hired as an assistant coach for both the indoor and beach volleyball squads at Eckerd College in Florida.  

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2022 Bryant Volleyball All Skills Camp Announced

May 31, 2022

SMITHFIELD, R.I. – Bryant University volleyball head coach Theresa Garlacy will hold the 2022 Bryant Volleyball All Skills Camp on Sunday, July 24 at the Chace Athletic Center on the campus of Bryant University.

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Garlacy Adds One to Class of 2026

May 20, 2022

SMITHFIELD, R.I.- Bryant volleyball coach Theresa Garlacy has announced the addition of Lea Mackey to the recruiting class of 2026. An outside hitter from Denville, NJ, she joins London Hunt, Melis Isik, and Ana Fuertes in this year’s recruiting class.

Bryant takes part in Special Olympics Rhode Island
Bryant takes part in Special Olympics Rhode Island

May 06, 2022

SMITHFIELD, R.I. -- The Bryant University volleyball team wrapped up another exciting spring semester on the court and in the community. 

Garlacy Honored With Career Champion Award
Garlacy Honored With Career Champion Award

April 28, 2022

SMITHFIELD, R.I.- The Career Champion coin was designed by the Amica Center for Career Education to be awarded to Bryant University faculty and staff who consistently and selflessly go the extra mile to support the career success of Bryant students. Once a year, at a special spring semester staff meeting, individual Amica Center staff nominate potential awardees and “make their case” to the Amica Center staff as to why that nominee is deserving of the coin and honor. The Amica Center staff then vote as a group to identify the year’s Career Campions.

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Volleyball Releases America East Schedule

April 27, 2022

SMITHFIELD, R.I.- Bryant women’s volleyball coach Theresa Garlacy has announced the team’s schedule for their first season in the America East in Fall 2022. The Bulldogs will play in fourteen conference games from September through November.

Bryant accepts invitation to join the America East Conference
Bryant accepts invitation to join the America East Conference

March 29, 2022

SMITHFIELD, R.I. – Bryant University has accepted an invitation to join the America East Conference in all sports the league sponsors, effective July 1, 2022. Bryant will also accept an invitation to become an associate member of the Big South Conference for football.

Bryant places 135 student-athletes on NEC fall Academic Honor Roll
Bryant places 135 student-athletes on NEC fall Academic Honor Roll

February 22, 2022

SOMERSET, N.J. -- It was another record-breaking semester for Bryant University student-athletes in the fall, as a total of 135 student-athletes were named to the Northeast Conference Fall Academic Honor Roll. 

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Coach Garlacy Welcomes Three to Volleyball Class of 2026

December 16, 2021

SMITHFIELD, R.I.- Bryant volleyball coach Theresa Garlacy is excited to welcome three members in the recruiting class of 2026. Coach Garlacy: “This class brings not just talent and experience to Bryant, but also represents varied backgrounds and cultures. All three are top performers academically and will relish the challenge the Bryant curriculum offers.”

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Bryant Falls to SHU in NEC Finals

November 20, 2021

SMITHFIELD, R.I.- The Bryant women’s volleyball team fell 3-1 to Sacred Heart in the NEC championship game on Saturday in the Chace Center. Match Information SHU 3, Bryant 1 (21-25, 25-23, 25-19, 25-19) Bryant (21-11, 12-2 NEC), SHU (18-9, 11-3 NEC) Location: Chace Athletic Center (Smithfield, R.I.)

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Bulldogs Sweep SFU, Advance to NEC Finals

November 19, 2021

SMITHFIELD, R.I.- The Bryant women’s volleyball team advanced to the NEC championship game with a 3-0 sweep of Saint Francis. The Bulldogs will take on Sacred Heart tomorrow at 3:00 pm Match Information Bryant 3, SFU 0 (25-27, 25-17, 25-23) Records: Bryant (21-12, 12-2 NEC), SFU (13-14, 9-5 NEC) Location: Chase Athletic Center (Smithfield, R.I.)

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Three Bulldogs Earn All-NEC Honors

November 18, 2021

SOMERSET, N.J.- Riley James, Caroline Kennedy, and Mia Cergol were honored with postseason awards, announced by the NEC on Thursday.

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Bryant Hosts NEC Volleyball Tournament This Weekend

November 18, 2021

SMITHFIELD, R.I.- The Bryant women’s volleyball team will host the Northeast Conference tournament for the first time this weekend. The top seeded Bulldogs will face fourth seed Saint Francis U in the semifinals on Friday, with the winner taking on either #2 Sacred Heart or #3 Long Island in Saturday’s final.

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Volleyball Defeats CCSU in Regular Season Finale

November 13, 2021

NEW BRITAIN, CT- The Bryant women’s volleyball team closed out the regular season with a reverse sweep win over Central Connecticut, taking the final three sets. It was their second win over the Blue Devils this season. Match Information Bryant 3, CCSU 2 (18-25, 15-25, 25-23, 25-18, 15-10) Records: Bryant (20-10, 12-2 NEC), CCSU (9-17, 6-8 NEC) Location: Detrick Gymnasium (New Britain, CT) Coach Garlacy’s Comments: “This team is an amazing group of strong young women who don’t quit on themselves or each other. The bond they share puts us in position to overcome any obstacle. It is a rare quality and we are so grateful to be part of it. This reverse sweep gives us great momentum heading into championship weekend!”

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Volleyball's Win Streak Snapped by SHU

November 12, 2021

FAIRFIELD, CT- The Bryant women’s volleyball team lost for the first time in over a month with a 3-1 defeat at the hands of Sacred Heart Friday night. The loss snapped a nine game win streak for the Bulldogs. Match Information SHU 3, Bryant 1 (25-18, 25-20, 20-25, 25-15) Records: Bryant (19-10, 11-2 NEC), SHU (16-9, 10-3 NEC) Location: Pitt Center (Fairfield, CT)

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Volleyball Ends Regular Season at SHU, CCSU

November 11, 2021

SMITHFIELD, R.I.- The Bryant women’s volleyball team will travel to Connecticut this weekend for their final two matches of the regular season vs. Sacred Heart and Central Connecticut. Match Information Opponent: Sacred Heart Time: Friday, 7:00 pm Location: Pitt Center (Fairfield, CT) Watch: NEC Front Row Live Stats: Sidearm Stats Opponent: Central Connecticut St. Time: Saturday, 6:00 pm Location: Detrick Gymnasium (New Britain, CT) Watch: NEC Front Row Live Stats: Presto Stats