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Big Ten Volleyball Schedule Headlined by Rivalry Match at Gainbridge Fieldhouse
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – The Big Ten Conference office announced the 2025 volleyball schedule, in which the Boilermakers will open the season at home on Thursday, September 25 versus Washington. The schedule is highlighted by a rivalry showdown between Purdue and Indiana at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis on Thursday, October 16. Not only will […]

The schedule is highlighted by a rivalry showdown between Purdue and Indiana at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis on Thursday, October 16. Not only will the historic arena host the first-ever regular-season showing between a Purdue and Indiana team and mark the first volleyball match to be played there, the competition will culminate with the victor hoisting the Monon Spike rivalry trophy. The annual trophy, currently held by Purdue, was last played in West Lafayette in front of a sold-out Mackey Arena crowd that set the Big Ten attendance record (14,876).
“This is another reason why forward-thinking players choose Purdue – to be part of events and accomplishments that have never been done before,” said head coach Dave Shondell. “Our team will compete in the first volleyball match to ever be played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse and our amazing Boilermaker fans will have an opportunity to paint downtown Indy black and gold. Thanks to Indy Sports Corp for helping make this happen. Our team is looking forward to the excitement the 2025 season will bring.”
Volleyball joins women’s basketball as the only two sports to play a rivalry match at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, with women’s basketball last playing against Indiana in the Big Ten Tournament in 2017 when the arena was formerly known as Bankers Life.
Purdue’s home Big Ten opponents include Washington (9/25), Illinois (9/28), Nebraska (10/12), Minnesota (10/26), Penn State (11/7), Iowa (11/8), Maryland (11/14), Oregon (11/15), Northwestern (11/23) and Indiana (11/29).
After opening up conference action at home, in Week 2 Purdue will travel west to UCLA (Thursday, October 2) and USC (Saturday, October 4). It will be the third-ever meeting between UCLA and Purdue, including the first for the Boilermakers at the Bruins homestead. Meanwhile, the showdown at USC will be the second-ever meeting between the two teams at USC, with the last coming in September 2006.
Purdue’s longest road stretch will come in October, when the Boilermakers will see seven of their nine matches on the road. Meanwhile, they will follow it with the longest homestand of the season in November, when the team is home for four consecutive matches beginning November 7 vs. Penn State through November 15 vs. Oregon. During the stretch, Purdue will also host Iowa and Maryland.
The season will wrap up with six of its last eight matches at home, including an away/home pairing in the final week of the season: Thanksgiving week. First, Purdue will face Minnesota on the road Wednesday, November 26 before hosting Indiana at home on Saturday, November 29, which will serve as a rivalry day in West Lafayette, as the Boilermakers and Hoosiers will also face off in football that day at Ross-Ade Stadium for the Old Oaken Bucket.
The conference schedule comes on the heels of the non-conference slate, which Purdue announced yesterday. The television schedule and ticket information will be released at a later date and match times are subject to change.
Coming off one of its best seasons in program history with a 27-7 (16-4 Big Ten) record and a fourth-place finish in the league standings, the Boilermakers return 2024 Second Team All-Big Ten honoree Taylor Anderson, who not only ranked No. 8 in the nation in assists per set (11.25), but guided Purdue to its third-highest hitting % in single-season history (.280%). In addition to returning rising stars, which include Kenna Wollard, Ryan McAleer and Grace Heaney, Shondell’s incoming freshmen and transfer class set Purdue up to tie the tallest team in over 22 years, with an average front court height of 6’2″.
Checking in at No. 8 in the nation in average attendance in 2024, Purdue’s season ticket holder renewals will begin June 3 and will close July 18. Fans looking to join the waiting list can do so by contacting the Hayes Family Ticket Office at 765-494-3194. The single-season ticket on-sale date will be released at a later time.
Home Opponents: Washington (9/25), Illinois (9/28), Nebraska (10/12), Minnesota (10/26), Penn State (11/7), Iowa (11/8), Maryland (11/14), Oregon (11/15), Northwestern (11/23), Indiana (11/29).
Away Opponents: UCLA (10/3), USC (10/4), Ohio State (10/9), Indiana (10/16), Rutgers (10/19), Illinois (10/24), Michigan State (10/31), Michigan (11/1), Wisconsin (11/19), Minnesota (11/26)
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ROLL THE TAPE: Randle HS 2025 Fall Media Day Hype Video
Here are the UTMB Athletes of the Week, as we progress through the opening stages of the Fall season. … Britney Solomon — Pearland Volleyball Doug Brown (VYPE) With the departure of District MVP Kimanni Rugley to graduation and the transfer of first-teamer Avery Koonsen to rival Dawson, Pearland’s offensive identity faced a reset entering […]

Here are the UTMB Athletes of the Week, as we progress through the opening stages of the Fall season.
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Britney Solomon — Pearland Volleyball
Doug Brown (VYPE)
With the departure of District MVP Kimanni Rugley to graduation and the transfer of first-teamer Avery Koonsen to rival Dawson, Pearland’s offensive identity faced a reset entering this season. Junior outside hitter Britney Solomon has wasted no time filling the void.
Solomon has emerged as a dynamic all-around presence for the Lady Oilers, already tallying nearly 120 kills while also leading the team in both receptions (184) and digs (89). Her ability to impact the game from multiple areas of the court has been essential as Pearland navigates its early schedule with a 9-8 mark.
Now, with district play looming, the challenge only grows. Matchups against perennial contenders like Dawson, Shadow Creek, and Manvel will test Pearland’s retooled lineup — but Solomon’s poise and production give the Oilers a steady foundation.
Still just a junior, Solomon is proving to be more than a stopgap solution. She’s becoming the centerpiece of a program in transition.
Caylee Young — Clear Springs Volleyball
Bradley C. Collier (VYPE)
Some players elevate a team. Others help define it. For Clear Springs, junior outside hitter Caylee Young increasingly feels like both.
Coming off a standout sophomore season — where she led the Chargers in kills (496) and receptions (676), and added 345 digs — Young was named first-team, all-district and recently committed to Texas Tech as of June. But she’s not coasting on past success.8
Just a few weeks into the new season, Young is already trending toward an even bigger year, positioning herself as a potential District 24-6A MVP candidate.
She’s also helped guide Clear Springs to a strong 11–2 start, including a third-place finish at the prestigious John Turner Classic – a competition in which Young was named to the All-Tournament team.
Some of the most critical wins for the Chargers, thus far, include ones over Harlan, Lake Travis, Friendswood, Atascocita, and Pearland — programs known for their pedigree.
Steady, explosive, and still evolving, Young’s presence gives the Chargers more than just numbers. She gives them an edge.
Isabella Law — Shadow Creek Volleyball
Jamey Wright (VYPE)
As the setter — and de facto “quarterback” — of the Shadow Creek offense, senior Isabella Law is the kind of player whose value often extends beyond the box score. But even the numbers are hard to ignore.
In 2024, Law put together a staggering stat line: 1,341 assists, 410 digs, 87 aces, and 76 kills. Now in her final season, she’s taken on even greater importance for a Sharks squad navigating early injuries and a tough 22-6A slate.
It’s no secret that Shadow Creek made program history last fall by reaching the Regional Final for the first time ever. Their 6–5 start to 2025 might seem slightly more modest, but it comes with signs of promise — most notably a silver finish at the Dickinson Tournament this past weekend.
With district tests looming against powerhouses like Dawson and Manvel, Law’s leadership and consistency will be vital. And if her track record is any indication, Shadow Creek’s chances of another postseason run remain firmly intact.
Addison Musgrove — Lutheran South Academy Volleyball
Jamey Wright (VYPE)
For Lutheran South Academy, sophomore Addison Musgrove isn’t just following in the footsteps of her older sister, Kirra — a former LSA standout now at Texas A&M — she’s carving out a reputation of her own.
Listed as a setter, Musgrove has proven to be far more than that. Her all-around impact is already showing through a stat line that includes team-leading marks in both kills (73) and assists (132), along with 52 digs — a reflection of her versatility and court awareness.
As a freshman, Musgrove earned District Newcomer of the Year and second-team all-state honors. Now, she’s building on that momentum, helping the Pioneers to a 9–1 start to the 2025 season.
With their sights set on surpassing last year’s TAPPS 5A Regional Final appearance, LSA is leaning on its depth, talent — and the poise of a young standout already playing well beyond her years.
Amelie Webb — Clear Lake Volleyball
Bradley C. Collier (VYPE)
Clear Lake is off to a promising start this fall, opening the season at 6–3 with quality wins over George Ranch, Bellaire, and La Porte. At the heart of it all is senior Amelie Webb, whose all-around ability continues to be a steady force for the Falcons.
A setter-outside hitter hybrid, Webb’s versatility makes her one of the most valuable players on the floor. So far, she’s tallied 73 assists, 59 digs, and 50 kills — a well-rounded set of numbers that speaks to her adaptability.
After just missing the postseason in 2024, Clear Lake is eyeing a return to the playoff picture — and Webb’s consistency will be key in navigating a competitive district slate that includes matchups with Clear Springs, Deer Park, Clear Falls, and Clear Creek.
As the schedule intensifies, so too will the spotlight on Webb, along with teammates Peyton Aldridge (Sr. S), Landry Youngdahl (Jr. OH), and Natalie Herlambang (Jr. L) — leaders whose contributions continue to shape the Falcons’ identity on both sides of the ball.
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No. 1 Nebraska volleyball sweeps No. 6 Stanford in Sunday match
The No. 1 Nebraska Cornhuskers (2-0) concluded the AVCA First Serve on Sunday against No. 6 Stanford (1-1). The Huskers dominated the match (25-13, 25-19, 25-14), sweeping the Cardinal. Nebraska never let Stanford get too close for comfort, keeping the Cardinal at bay and holding them to an attack percentage of .094 with only 31 […]

The No. 1 Nebraska Cornhuskers (2-0) concluded the AVCA First Serve on Sunday against No. 6 Stanford (1-1). The Huskers dominated the match (25-13, 25-19, 25-14), sweeping the Cardinal.
Nebraska never let Stanford get too close for comfort, keeping the Cardinal at bay and holding them to an attack percentage of .094 with only 31 kills. The Huskers, meanwhile, finished with a .385 attack percentage, delivering 46 kills and only suffering nine errors.
Baylor transfer Allie Sczech led Nebraska on offense, going 12-of-25 for an attack percentage of .400. Rebekah Allick finished 11-of-15 on the night, hitting .600 and earning a team-high five blocks.
Harper Murray also reached double digits in kills, going 10-of-26 and nearly getting a double-double with nine digs. Andi Jackson notably finished with a .500 attack percentage in the win, going 5-of-8, and delivered four blocks.
Bergen Reilly finished with 36 set assists, nine digs, and four kills off seven attacks. Laney Choboy and Olivia Mauch co-led the Huskers defensively, both earning 12 digs on the afternoon.
Nebraska hits the road for the first time this season, traveling down to Nashville to face Lipscomb on Friday night. The first serve is set for 6 p.m. on ESPN+.
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Field Hockey Picked to Finish First in NJAC Preseason Coaches Poll
Story Links GLASSBORO, NJ – Rowan’s field hockey team, the four-time conference champion, has been picked to finish first again as the NJAC released the 2025 Preseason Coaches Poll. The Profs received six of a possible seven first-place votes. Rowan went 6-0 in the league last year and defeated TCNJ at […]

GLASSBORO, NJ – Rowan’s field hockey team, the four-time conference champion, has been picked to finish first again as the NJAC released the 2025 Preseason Coaches Poll. The Profs received six of a possible seven first-place votes.
Rowan went 6-0 in the league last year and defeated TCNJ at home to capture its fourth straight NJAC title. It was the 11th conference championship in the history of the program and the fifth under head coach Michelle Andre.
The Profs reached the NCAA Championship for the fourth consecutive season. Rowan defeated #16 Ursinus in the first round, before falling to #3 Tufts in the second round, ending the year with a 15-8 record and the #22 ranking in the final NFHCA Poll.
Senior All-American Tess Herman, the 2024 NJAC Defensive Player of the Year, is among the leading returnees for the Profs.
The Coaches’ Poll has TCNJ picked second, followed by Montclair State, Stockton (dark horse choice), Kean, Ramapo and William Paterson.
The Profs open the season at home on Friday, August 29 when they host Ursinus at 4 p.m. at Coach Richard Wackar Stadium.
FULL SEASON PREVIEW TO COME ON TUESDAY 8/26 on ROWANATHLETICS.COM
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Volleyball Nets for Indoor and Beach
Sports Imports volleyball nets are built for high-performance play for competition at any level. As the exclusive supplier of Senoh in North America, Sports Imports offers net solutions ranging from indoor, sand, and recreational facilities. Engineered for optimal net tension and long-term durability, our nets are the standard for college, junior club, and high school […]

Sports Imports volleyball nets are built for high-performance play for competition at any level. As the exclusive supplier of Senoh in North America, Sports Imports offers net solutions ranging from indoor, sand, and recreational facilities. Engineered for optimal net tension and long-term durability, our nets are the standard for college, junior club, and high school programs. Choose from a wide range of regulation and training nets designed to meet the demands of heavy-use, multi-sport facilities to international qualifying competitions.
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CUI Women’s Volleyball Voted Top 3 in PacWest Preseason Poll
Story Links IRVINE, Calif. – Before you know it, the first serve of a brand new women’s volleyball season will be upon us! This week the PacWest Conference Preseason Polls are being announced for all the fall sports with women’s volleyball leading things off. Concordia University Irvine was voted third by the league’s […]

IRVINE, Calif. – Before you know it, the first serve of a brand new women’s volleyball season will be upon us!
This week the PacWest Conference Preseason Polls are being announced for all the fall sports with women’s volleyball leading things off. Concordia University Irvine was voted third by the league’s volleyball coaches, coming off a tie for fourth place a yar ago in head coach Eryn Leja-Martin‘s first season at the helm.
The Golden Eagles welcome back a good portion of last year’s team including a pair of former All-PacWest honorees. First Team All-Conference selection Kayden Croy is now a junior and led CUI last fall with over 350 kills and 410 points. She also racked up 1.79 digs per set.
CUI senior Caitlin Jarrell was a Second Team All-PacWest selection in 2023 as a sophomore, and hit .291 with 230 kills as a junior with 79 total blocks. Delaney Gregg returns as another key middle blocker entering her sophomore campaign. Gregg was first on the team a year ago with 20 solo blocks and averaged 0.90 blocks per set as well.
Redshirt sophomores Dominique VadeBoncoeur and Celia Dowell are also back for the 2025 campaign. Dowell is the leading returner with 259 digs last year (2.42 digs/set) and played a chunk of games in the libero jersey. Meanwhile, sophomore setter Macy Scheer handed out 110 assists as a true freshman.
Twin sisters Mattie and Cassie Prior join Ally Scheidle as part of a strong senior class. Mattie Prior serves as the team representative on the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, and is also the SAAC President at Concordia as well as the PacWest SAAC President.
In addition to those nine talented returners, CUI added a crop of 11 new Golden Eagles. CLICK HERE for the Full Article on Coach Leja-Martin’s First Recruiting Class
The ladies are gearing up to host the Golden Eagle Classic and begin the regular season the first week of September. It is a three-day tournament from Thursday, Sept. 4 to Saturday, Sept. 6 with six games being played at Concordia.
The Golden Eagles will play their first two games on Friday, Sept 5 at 12:30 p.m. against Western Oregon and then at 7:00 p.m. that night against Cal State Dominguez Hills.
CLICK HERE for the full CUI women’s volleyball schedule
CLICK HERE for the full PacWest Preseason Poll for Women’s Volleyball
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Caitlin Clark becomes a Nike signature athlete with shoe coming out next year
By DOUG FEINBERG NEW YORK (AP) — Caitlin Clark is Nike’s newest signature athlete, expanding the athletic wear company’s partnership with the WNBA star. Nike on Monday revealed a new logo of interlocking Cs to represent the Indiana Fever player. Clark’s first signature shoe and apparel collection will debut next year. Her logo collection will […]

By DOUG FEINBERG
NEW YORK (AP) — Caitlin Clark is Nike’s newest signature athlete, expanding the athletic wear company’s partnership with the WNBA star.
Nike on Monday revealed a new logo of interlocking Cs to represent the Indiana Fever player. Clark’s first signature shoe and apparel collection will debut next year. Her logo collection will launch on Oct. 1, with a T-shirt in the Fever’s colors — yellow and navy blue — coming out a month earlier.
“Nike’s signature roster features all-time greats, and I am incredibly proud to join some of the best athletes in the world,” Clark said in a statement. “I’m excited to share a first look at what we’ve started to create together.”
Clark has missed 24 games during an injury-plagued second season, including the last 15 with a right groin strain. She has not played or practiced since July 15.
She did, however, participate in Indiana’s pregame shootaround Sunday at Minnesota. Last season’s WNBA Rookie of the Year is averaging 16.5 points, 8.8 assists and 5.0 rebounds in 13 games.
Clark has had a huge impact in women’s basketball ratings and attendance over the last few years, dating from her time setting the NCAA all-time scoring record at Iowa.
In June, Nike released a pair of Kobe Bryant’s signature sneakers in the colors of the Fever. The shoes sold out nearly as soon as they were offered.
Clark becomes the third WNBA player to get a signature deal with Nike, following A’ja Wilson and Sabrina Ionescu. Wilson’s shoe and apparel are coming out this year.
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