SteveAird

Volleyball Announces 2024 Spring Slate

On Friday (Feb. 23), Steve Aird, the head coach of Indiana volleyball, unveiled the team's spring schedule for 2024. The schedule includes two matches against teams from the Midwest region and a collegiate tournament held at one of the top clubs in the country.

Following a highly successful season, Indiana University (IU) will face off against Xavier on April 6th and Purdue on April 19th. Both matches will take place at local high schools in Indiana, showcasing the team's talent on their home turf.

The inaugural spring match for the Hoosiers against Xavier will take place at Westfield High School, located just north of Indianapolis. This match holds special significance for senior outside hitter Kenzie Daffinee, as she previously played for the Shamrocks for four years. On April 19th, IU will face their in-state rival Purdue at Center Grove High School in Greenwood, Indiana.

Additionally, on Saturday, April 13th, the Hoosiers will participate in the KIVA College Spring Tournament in Louisville. This tournament will feature a variety of schools, providing an opportunity for IU to showcase their skills and compete against different teams.

volleyball
Feb 23, 2024
VOLLEYBALL News

Chattanooga

Mocs set for four matches in the Sunshine State to start new season.

Chattanooga beach volleyball is ready to kick off their 2024 season with an exciting trip to the Sunshine State. The Mocs will participate in the Jacksonville Invitational, hosted by Jacksonville University at the Payne Sand Volleyball Courts at Dolphin Beach.

After a successful 2023 season, where the Mocs achieved a program-best record of 19-15 overall and a 7-3 record in the Ohio Valley Conference, the team is eager to continue their success. Keep an eye on standout players Neva Clark, the reigning 2023 OVC Player of the Year, as well as Joy Courtwright, McKenna Faychak, and Maddie Lecik, who were all recognized as Preseason All-OVC honorees alongside Clark.

Although the tournament begins today on Friday, February 23, the Mocs will not participate in their first match until tomorrow. UTC's season will commence bright and early at 8 a.m. ET against Palm Beach Atlantic. Later in the day, at 2 p.m. ET, UTC will also compete against Coastal Carolina.

On Sunday, the Mocs have a busy schedule, starting with a match against Florida International at 10 a.m. ET. They will then conclude their season-opening tournament at 12 p.m. ET against the hosts, Jacksonville. While Florida State and North Florida are also present at the event, they are not scheduled to compete against Chattanooga.

volleyball
Feb 23, 2024
VOLLEYBALL News

2024VNL

U.S. Women's Volleyball Team Set to Return to Texas for 2024 VNL

The 2024 women's Volleyball Nations League (VNL) will bring together the world's top teams in Arlington, Texas from May 28 to June 2. This event serves as the final major volleyball competition before the Paris Olympic Games and is the only opportunity to watch VNL matches in the United States this year.

The U.S. Women's National Team, the reigning Olympic champion and three-time VNL winner, will be joined by Türkiye, the 2023 VNL champion, as well as Canada, South Korea, Germany, Serbia, Bulgaria, and Poland. Fans can anticipate a week of thrilling volleyball action featuring the best athletes from around the globe.

Tickets for the event will be available for purchase starting Friday, February 23 at 9 am CT on VNLTickets.com, providing U.S. fans with the chance to be part of the excitement. Ticket prices start as low as $16 for children and $23 for adults, excluding fees.

volleyball
Feb 21, 2024
VOLLEYBALL News

Hawai

Men's Volleyball Welcomes Missouri S&T for Inaugural Non-Conference Series

The University of Hawai'i men's volleyball team, ranked third in the nation, is ready to resume play after a week-long break. They will face Missouri S&T in a two-match non-conference series on Thursday, Feb. 22 and Friday, Feb. 23 at SimpliFi Arena at Stan Sheriff Center. Both matches are scheduled to start at 7:00 p.m. This will be the first-ever meeting between the Rainbow Warriors, with a record of 10-1, and the Miners, who hold a record of 8-6.

Missouri S&T is a university located in Rolla, Missouri. They recently added men's volleyball as a varsity sport, with the program officially beginning in the fall of 2022. The head coach for both the men's and women's teams is Andy Halaz. The Missouri S&T men's volleyball team competes in the NCAA Division II and is a member of the Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC).

volleyball
Feb 19, 2024
VOLLEYBALL News