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Senior Payton Schwantz has been paramount to the Blue Devils' resurgence this season.

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Duke volleyball to take on North Carolina following chaotic week

By Christian Olsen | October 9, 2020

After an unprecedented turn of events that could have only happened in 2020, Duke has had three matches postponed over the last two weeks and its two matches at North Carolina moved up to this weekend.

Schwantz leads the team in kills through the first two outings.

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The more you know: Payton Schwantz leads Duke volleyball to consecutive victories

By Olivia Wivestad | September 29, 2020

Schwantz made major contributions in Duke's consecutive victories over their Raleigh rivals.

Senior Payton Schwantz impressed in Duke's opening two matches.

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Duke volleyball sweeps opening 2 matches against N.C. State

By Christian Olsen | September 27, 2020

Cameron Indoor Stadium may be devoid of Crazies this fall, but the long-awaited return of sports in the historic building has finally come.

Senior Payton Schwantz will look to lead Duke's offense against the Wolfpack.

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Duke volleyball to open season with back-to-back matches against N.C. State

By Olivia Wivestad | September 23, 2020

“It’s a televised game. It’s the first one in a long time—they have worked really hard,” Nagel said.

Junior outside hitter Ade Owokoniran was instrumental in helping lead the team through important conversations surrounding racism in America.

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'Bigger Than Blue': Duke and North Carolina volleyball unite against systemic racism

By Christian Olsen | September 11, 2020

Before the start of volleyball season, the programs decided to set aside their athletic rivalry to focus on a greater issue facing the country.

Schwantz will be a key part of Duke's gameplay in the shortened season.

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Take of the week: Duke volleyball’s success is tied to Payton Schwantz performing at a high level

By Olivia Wivestad | September 4, 2020

Schwantz's experience, hitting percentage and defensive saves will all prove to be crucial for the Blue Devils.

Junior Ade Owokoniran is the heart and soul of Duke.

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Duke fall sports preview: Volleyball

By Christian Olsen | September 1, 2020

If history has taught us one thing, it’s that the ACC should fear Duke volleyball after a bad season.

Duke could not figure out how to get around North Carolina's relentless blockers Thursday night.

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Duke volleyball falters to North Carolina on road in straight sets

By Winston Lindqwister | November 22, 2019

Duke lost the first of its three-game road trip to finish its season.

Samantha Amos (left) played her last game in Cameron Indoor Stadium Sunday.

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'It hits you like a rock': Duke volleyball's seniors say goodbye to Cameron in loss to Pittsburgh

By Jake C. Piazza | November 17, 2019

The seniors said goodbye to Cameron Indoor in a sad outing against Pittsburgh.

Gracie Johnson and the Blue Devils rallied after losing the first two sets.

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Duke volleyball completes comeback at home against North Carolina State

By Max Rego | November 10, 2019

Duke defeated N.C. State at home in a nail biter of a comeback.

Samantha Amos team-high 16 points were not enough to push Duke past North Carolina.

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Duke volleyball falls to rival North Carolina despite fiery start

By Christian Olsen | November 8, 2019

Duke started off hot, but the fire started to fade as the night went on.

Gracie Johnson shone against Virginia Tech.

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Duke volleyball powered by Gracie Johnson in win against Virginia Tech

By Jake C. Piazza | October 27, 2019

Blue Devil head coach Jolene Nagel made it clear how impressed she was with the freshman.

Payton Schwantz put together fine performances despite Duke losing.

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Duke volleyball drops two ACC games during disappointing weekend

By Christian Olsen | October 14, 2019

The Blue Devils fell to 1-5 in conference play.

Gracie Johnson started off slow with an error-filled first two sets.

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Inconsistency continues to plague Duke volleyball as it falters against Miami

By Winston Lindqwister | September 29, 2019

The first two frames were microcosms of how anemic Duke can look when either of its two star hitters are having an off day.

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Duke volleyball falls to Florida State, fourth straight home loss

By Max Rego | September 29, 2019

No. 23 Florida State made it four straight defeats for the Blue Devils on their home court Friday evening.

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Duke volleyball upsets mighty Oregon Ducks behind Ade Owokoniran's return

By Jake C. Piazza | September 23, 2019

Duke fans rejoiced Friday, as Ade Owokoniran finally returned from a five-game stint on the injured list.

Camille Nazor was a bright spot for Duke in an otherwise dark three games.

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Duke volleyball taken to the 'Dog pound by Georgia to cap disappointing weekend

By Jake C. Piazza | September 15, 2019

Camille Nazor and Lizzie Fleming attempted to step in for Owokoniran and Schwantz, but it just was not enough.