Posted at 6:37 p.m., Friday, February 28, 2003
UH volleyball player Azenha quits team
Advertiser Staff
Freshman outside hitter Pedro Azenha has quit the University of Hawai'i men's volleyball team, school officials announced.Azenha, a former member of Brazil's Junior National team, notified the coaches of his decision this morning.
Azenha requested a release from the program, an unnecessary procedure since NCAA men's volleyball does not require a transferring player to redshirt. The request was granted, according to UH assistant coach Aaron Wilton, although Azenha is expected to remain in school for the rest of the spring semester.
Azenha played in 22 games, starting two matches, and averaged 3.41 kills per game. He recently lost his starting job at opposite hitter when the Warriors shuffled their starting lineup for the fourth time this season.
Wilton said Azenha's decision was partially based on his playing time, although he mentioned several other undisclosed factors.
