<body><div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=4ByyCH_0wKBSo8e00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=4ByyCH_0wKBSo8e00" width="517" height="271" >Haven Wray, Arizona volleyball's standout libero, is gearing up for what may be her final rivalry match against Arizona State. Under head coach Rita Stubbs, Wray has thrived with the new two-libero rule, optimizing her defensive skills. While she prepares to graduate with a finance degree, Wray is contemplating a fifth year of eligibility, balancing volleyball aspirations and academic plans. The matchup against the 13th-ranked Sun Devils is particularly significant for Wray, whose family ties complicate the rivalry, adding extra motivation to perform well.<ul><li>Wray achieved a career-high of 15 digs in a previous match against ASU.</li><li>Approximately 2,000 advance tickets sold for the upcoming match.</li></ul>State of Play<ul><li>Arizona has adopted a new roster strategy with only four L/DS players this season.</li><li>The NCAA’s new scholarship ruling allows more flexibility for teams to allocate scholarships among players.</li></ul>The Wildcats look to build on their defensive strategies leading into the match, focusing on raising attendance and building community support. Wray's decision on her future will also play a pivotal role in the program's plans for next season.Bottom LineAs Arizona prepares for a crucial match against ASU, Wray’s potential return for another season could significantly bolster the team, emphasizing the importance of both athletic and academic growth in shaping her decision.</div></body>

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Haven Wray Gears Up for Potential Final Showdown with Arizona State Volleyball

Haven Wray, Arizona volleyball's standout libero, is gearing up for what may be her final rivalry match against Arizona State. Under head coach Rita Stubbs, Wray has thrived with the new two-libero rule, optimizing her defensive skills. While she prepares to graduate with a finance degree, Wray is contemplating a fifth year of eligibility, balancing volleyball aspirations and academic plans. The matchup against the 13th-ranked Sun Devils is particularly significant for Wray, whose family ties complicate the rivalry, adding extra motivation to perform well.