Tag: Women's College Volleyball

Kansas volleyball will host two Big 12 matches at Allen Fieldhouse this season, on October 18 against Arizona State and October 30 against Kansas State. Coach Matt Ulmer expressed excitement for these events, highlighting the opportunity for fans to experience live volleyball in a historic venue. Ticket information will be announced later.

K-State volleyball concluded its season after losing to No. 1 Nebraska in straight sets (17-25, 21-25, 16-25) in the second round of the 2025 NCAA Tournament. Despite a strong performance, including seven kills from Aniya Clinton, the Wildcats were unable to sustain momentum against the top-seeded Cornhuskers.

No. 16 Kansas, a No. 4 seed in the NCAA Tournament, hosts first- and second-round matches at Horejsi Family Volleyball Arena. The Jayhawks, with a 22–10 record, face High Point in their opener. Seven players received All-Big 12 honors, highlighting a strong offensive and defensive season as they aim for tournament success.

K-State achieved a thrilling five-set victory over No. 14 Kansas, marking their first win against the Jayhawks since 2020. Highlights included standout performances by Symone Sims and Aniya Clinton, and K-State’s defensive strategy limited Kansas to a season-low hitting percentage. The win snapped an eight-match losing streak against their rival.

The Kansas volleyball team suffered a close defeat against Florida in the NCAA Tournament's second round, losing 3-2 in sets. Coach Ray Bechard expressed pride in his team's effort and development, while Ayah Elnady led in kills with 18. The match was marked by intense competition and strong performances.

The No. 9 Kansas volleyball team triumphed over Iowa State 3-1, with Ayah Elnady marking her 1,000th career kill and Camryn Turner achieving 1,000 digs. The Jayhawks showcased strong defense and offensive prowess, winning the first two sets decisively and overcoming a third-set loss to secure victory in the fourth.