CONWAY, Ark. – The Central Arkansas Sugar Bears hit the road for their final two matches of the regular season this week, taking on Eastern Kentucky on Thursday Nov. 13 at 5 p.m. in Richmond before heading to Bellarmine on Friday, Nov. 14 at 5 p.m. in Louisville.

The Sugar Bears enter the week 13–11 overall and 10–4 in ASUN play, having already clinched a spot in the ASUN Championship. UCA looks to finish strong and build momentum heading into postseason play.

Scouting the Matchups

Eastern Kentucky (19–7, 11–3 ASUN) rides a six-match winning streak and owns one of the conference's best home records at 7–2. The Colonels present a balanced offensive attack and steady defense that will challenge the Sugar Bears in their final conference road test.

Bellarmine (11–15, 5–9 ASUN) will wrap up the regular season slate for UCA on Thursday. The Knights enter the week on a three-match skid and will look to defend their home court, while the Sugar Bears aim to end the regular season on a high note.

Sugar Bears Statistical Leaders

• Kills: Laci Bohannan – 295 | Gabby Tuiaana – 241 | Samantha Cousins – 166 | McKinzee Haas – 137 | Greyson Button – 114

• Assists: Caylan Koons – 752 | Alexis McDaniel – 90 | Sophie Skinner – 85

• Service Aces: Alexis McDaniel – 26 | Bohannan – 22 | Tuiaana – 22 | Ella Chaney – 18

• Digs: McDaniel – 376 | Bohannan – 194 | Koons – 170 | Chaney – 153

• Blocks: Haas – 99.0 | Button – 67.0 | Tuiaana – 67.0 | Bohannan – 49.0

Momentum Builders

Central Arkansas has relied on its balance and veteran leadership all season. Senior outside hitter Laci Bohannanrecently surpassed 1,000 career kills, while libero Alexis McDaniel crossed the 1,500-dig mark—both milestones showcasing the team's consistency and experience.

With two final regular season matches on deck, the Sugar Bears will look to sharpen their form and carry confidence into the ASUN Championship.

Both matches are scheduled for 5 p.m. first serves and will be streamed live on ESPN+