ORLANDO, Fla. - Another week, another accolade for Lynn University women's volleyball standout
Ula Gorjup, as the junior was named Sunshine State Conference Setter of the Week for the sixth time this season following a dominant stretch that helped the No. 9 Fighting Knights secure two road victories.
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Gorjup continued her remarkable 2026 campaign by orchestrating Lynn's offense to a perfect 2-0 week, totaling 86 assists (12.29 per set), 26 digs (3.71 per set) and eight service aces (1.14 per set) across seven sets. The Ljubljana, Slovenia native also contributed eight kills on an impressive .500 hitting percentage as the Fighting Knights improved to 23-3 overall and 15-2 in SSC play.
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In Tuesday's straight-set victory over Nova Southeastern, Gorjup dished out 37 assists while adding four service aces, seven digs and four kills on .500 hitting. Behind her leadership, Lynn's offense erupted for 48 kills on a scorching .340 hitting percentage, including a blistering .433 in the decisive third set.
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The junior followed with another sensational performance in Saturday's four-set comeback victory at Palm Beach Atlantic, recording a 49-assist, 19-dig double-double while adding four aces and four kills without an attack error. With the third set deadlocked at 25-25, Gorjup delivered the decisive service ace to secure a thrilling 27-25 victory and give Lynn a 2-1 advantage in the match.
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Across the two victories, Gorjup directed a Fighting Knight offense that averaged 16.14 kills per set while hitting .289. Her eight service aces accounted for nearly half of Lynn's 17 on the week, further showcasing her impact beyond the setter position.
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The sixth weekly honor adds another milestone to Gorjup's outstanding season as the Fighting Knights continue their postseason push.
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Gorjup and Fighting Knights will prepare for the final homestand of the 2026 regular season as three top-tier opponents come into the de Hoernle Sports and Cultural Center this week, kicking off with No. 11 Barry on Tuesday, Nov. 10 at 7:00 pm.