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High school girls volleyball: 2025 2A team-by-team region capsules, predictions

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August 10, 2025

The 2025 high school girls volleyball season gets underway this week for teams in Class 2A and throughout the state. To prepare fans for the upcoming season, the Deseret News has compiled capsules for every team in 2A. Every school was invited to participate and submit information.

The region rankings are based on coaches’ preseason projections.

There are 10 new girls volleyball coaches in 2A this year: Mike Shearer (South Summit), Jacqueline Packer (Freedom Prep), Greg Jensen (UM Camp Williams), Julia Smith (Wasatch Academy), TBD (Merit Academy), Khiaura Silcox (Rowland Hall), Brittney Melton (Grand), Ellie Anderson (Parowan), Skyann Palmer (San Juan), Kascee Jacobs (South Sevier).

Here are the 2A teams and players to watch this upcoming season.

Region 15

1. North Summit Braves

Head coach: Samantha Stephens (21st year).

2024 record: 25-7 (second in Region 15 with a 8-2 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 2 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by North Sevier, 3-1, in the 2A Championship.

Returning contributors:

Ellie Stephens Jr. All State starter last two years. Middle Hitter
Kate Smith Jr. Setter All State returning player.

Key newcomers:

Quinci Vernon Jr. middle Hitter will add another solid hitter for us.
Braylin Hennefer Jr. OH she is small but mighty,
Lydia West Sr. OH, consistent leader for us.
Olivia Richins opposite/setter can deliver a great set when our setter takes the first ball.

Coach comment: We have a strong team with 6 that have been playing together for a lot of years! I’m. excited to see what we can do!

2. South Summit Wildcats

Head coach: Mike Shearer (1st year).

2024 record: 14-12 (tied for third in Region 13 with a 4-6 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 8 in 3A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by Canyon View, 3-0, in the 3A Quarterfinals.

Returning contributors:

Avree Carpenter, Libero, Jr.
So.ie Prescott, Setter, Sr.

Key newcomers:

Adayln Wycoff, setter, Fr.
Sydney Crystal, OH, MB, So.

Coach comment: Rebuilding season after graduating seven seniors, but also enthusiastic incoming seniors and juniors ready to fill those shoes, and a very promising freshman group.

3. Millard Eagles

Head coach: KJ Stevens (2nd year).

2024 record: 9-18 (fifth in Region 18 with a 4-8 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 17 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by Grand, 3-1, in the 2A First Round.

Returning contributors:

Key newcomers:

Emily Stephenson. DS. Sr.

Coach comment: I’m super excited about this upcoming season. We didn’t lose any seniors last year, so the players all got some varsity experience. This is a team that loves to work hard and work hard for each other. It is going to be fun to watch where they go this year.

4. Duchesne Eagles

Head coach: Al Jole (2nd year).

2024 record: 10-11 (fourth in Region 15 with a 4-6 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 10 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by North Summit, 3-0, in the 2A Quarterfinals.

Returning contributors:

Kamee Larsen, Opposite, Sr.
Breklyn Skewes, Setter, Jr.
Prezley Farnsworth, Libero, Jr.

Key newcomers:

Amryka Lindsay, Opposite, Sr.

Coach comment: Just looking forward to being competitive.

5. Gunnison Valley Bulldogs

Head coach: Janna Jensen (4th year).

2024 record: 7-13 (sixth in Region 15 with a 0-10 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 20 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by South Sevier, 3-1, in the 2A Second Round.

Returning contributors:

Makayla Tucker, Setter, Jr.

Coach comment: Hoping to improve and build our program more every year.

6. North Sevier Wolves

Head coach: Michelle Roberts (4th year).

2024 record: 31-1 (first in Region 15 with a 10-0 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 1 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Beat North Summit, 3-1, in the 2A Championship.

Additional info not provided

Region 16

1. Salt Lake Academy Griffins

Head coach: Kristin Whitehead (1st year).

2024 record: 24-8 (first in Region 16 with a 10-0 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 12 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by Enterprise, 3-0, in the 2A Second Round.

Additional info not provided

2. Freedom Prep Academy Eagles

Head coach: Jacqueline Packer (1st year).

2024 record: 12-8 (third in Region 16 with a 9-3 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 15 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by North Summit, 3-0, in the 2A Second Round.

Additional info not provided

3. Wasatch Academy Tigers

Head coach: Julia Smith (1st year).

2024 record: 1-11 (eight in Region 16 with a 1-7 record).

Additional info not provided

4. Rockwell Marshals

Head coach: Marjorie Clifford (4th year).

2024 record: 10-8 (fourth in Region 16 with a 8-4 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 19 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by Maeser Prep, 3-0, in the 2A First Round.

Returning contributors:

Kyra Lundgreen, OH, Sr.

Gwen Smith, S. Jr.

Madison Huesby, OH Jr.

Key newcomers:

Hope Lane, S, So.

Risha Aragon, L, Jr.

Aja Thun, Opp, Fr.

Coach comment: We are excited to see a lot of growth and grit this season. We lost a lot of seniors last year and I am excited to see how some of our new players will be able to contribute.

5. Merit Academy Knights

Head coach: (1st year).

2024 record: 2-10 (sixth in Region 16 with a 2-7 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 26 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by Draper APA, 3-0, in the 2A First Round.

Additional info not provided

6. Utah Military Camp Williams Marauders

Head coach: Greg Jensen (1st year).

2024 record: 3-17 (seventh in Region 16 with a 2-8 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 25 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by St. Joseph, 3-0, in the 2A First Round.

Coach comment: Look to build on achievements from last season and continue to improve and develop this season.

7. Vanguard Valiants

Head coach: Ellie Jenkins (1st year)

First year participating

Additional info not provided

8. APA West Valley Eagles

Head coach: Adam Richards (2nd year).

2024 record: 8-7 (fifth in Region 16 with a 7-4 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 18 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by Freedom Prep, 3-0, in the 2A First Round.

Returning contributors:

Genesis Valle, Sr., setter, hitter, passer
Ruth Par, Jr., hitter, MB
Alyrois Goyo, So., setter, hitter, passer

Coach comment: We are very excited about this season’s team. We have some very hard workers on our team this year. Our athletes are developing very well, and getting better everyday.

Region 17

1. Draper APA Eagles

Head coach: Lorenzo Gasper (4th year).

2024 record: 23-7 (tied for first in Region 17 with a 11-1 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 7 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by Duchesne, 3-1, in the 2A Second Round.

Returning contributors:

Marley Olive, Setter, Jr.

Key newcomers:

Jovee Riness, Utility Player, Fr.

Coach comment: We are young program but very excited for this upcoming season.

2. Rowland Hall Winged Lions

Head coach: Khiaura Silcox (1st year).

2024 record: 16-8 (third in Region 17 with a 8-4 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 11 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by Beaver, 3-1, in the 2A First Round.

Returning contributors:

Greta Filippone, Setter, Sr.
Chloe Vezina, Setter, Jr.
Kailani Nguyen, DS/Libero, So.
Nyki Younten, DS/Libero, So.

Key newcomers:

Akemi Kawabata, Libero, Fr.
Zoya Syed, Setter/OH, Fr.
Maya Beach Posso, MB/OH, Fr.

Coach comment: I am super excited to begin our upcoming season. These girls are such a wonderful group. We have a great opportunity to showcase our skills this year and create substantial memories this season.

3. Intermountain Christian Lions

Head coach: Chloe Couch (2nd year).

2024 record: 14-8 (second in Region 16 with a 9-1 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 13 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by Gunnison Valley, 3-1, in the 2A First Round.

Additional info not provided

4. Maeser Prep Lions

Head coach: Mas Watabe (12th year).

2024 record: 17-13 (fourth in Region 17 with a 6-6 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 14 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by Parowan, 3-0, in the 2A Second Round.

Returning contributors:

Charlotte Brockbank, OH, Sr.
Danitza Sarmiento, OH, Sr.

Key newcomers:

Coach comment: Many returning players with lots of experience.

Good depth in every position and looking forward to a new year.

5. Waterford Ravens

Head coach: Taran Hall (7th year).

2024 record: 7-15 (fifth in Region 17 with a 4-8 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 24 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by San Juan, 3-0, in the 2A First Round.

Returning contributors:

Kenley Carter, OH/RS, Jr.
Katie Schmidt, Setter, Jr.

Coach comment: This year will be a building year. Young athletes but it will be fun and competitive.

6. American Heritage Patriots

Head coach: Kelsie Mendenhall (2nd year).

2024 record: 6-17 (sixth in Region 17 with a 2-10 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 21 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by Salt Lake Academy, 3-0, in the 2A First Round.

Returning contributors:

Key newcomers:

Julia Van der Beek Jr. Setter

Coach comment: We have a young but talented squad returning plus several fresh young athletes that are ready to get into competition.

7. American Leadership Eagles

Head coach: Ken Jensen (2nd year).

2024 record: 0-24 (seventh in Region 17 with a 0-12 record).

Returning contributors:

Key newcomers:

Coach comment: We are excited and optimistic for our team this year. We continue to develop our skills and look to success on and off the court.

8. Utah Military Hillfield Thunderbirds

Head coach: Nicole Davies (1st year).

2024 record: 1-12 (ninth in Region 16 with a 1-9 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 27 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by Kanab, 3-0, in the 2A First Round.

Additional info not provided

Region 18

1. Enterprise Wolves

Head coach: Brian Phelps (34th year).

2024 record: 17-10 (tied for third in Region 18 with a 8-4 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 5 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by South Sevier, 3-1, in the 2A Quarterfinals.

Returning contributors:

Eliza Balajadia, S/MB, Sr.

Key newcomers:

Natalya Bracken, S/OH, Fr.

Coach comment: We are excited for the opportunity to compete this year. We have some great athletes that like to compete.

2. Parowan Rams

Head coach: Ellie Anderson (1st year).

2024 record: 26-6 (tied for first in Region 18 with a 10-2 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 3 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by Kanab, 3-2, in the 2A Quarterfinals.

Returning contributors:

Mckell Webster, Jr., Setter
Madison Wilson, So., Middle
Ryan Robinson, So., Libero

Key newcomers:

Avia Anderson, Sr., Opposite
Olivia Anderson, Fr., OH/Setter
McKell Chidester, Jr., DS

Coach comment: Our young team has returning and new talent with significant experience. We expect to be a gritty team that focuses on constant growth throughout the season.

3. Kanab Cowboys

Head coach: Bekka Patton (2nd year).

2024 record: 21-9 (tied for first in Region 18 with a 10-2 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 6 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by North Summit, 3-0, in the 2A Semifinals.

Returning contributors:

Key newcomers:

Kaycee Castagno, OH/MB, So.
Gracelyn Beckstead, OH/OPP, So.

Coach comment: We’re a young team this year and I’m excited to see how far the girls can go.

4. South Sevier Rams

Head coach: Kascee Jacobs (1st year).

2024 record: 21-9 (tied for third in Region 18 with a 8-4 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 4 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by North Sevier, 3-0, in the 2A Semifinals.

Returning contributors:

Cooper Green, Setter, Jr.

Key newcomers:

Halle Mckinlay, Libero, Jr.

Coach comment: I’m excited to see what this group of kids can put together. We have some strong leaders on the court who are determined and fearless.They definitely won’t let us down.

5. San Juan Broncos

Head coach: Skyann Palmer (1st year).

2024 record: 17-12 (third in Region 15 with a 6-4 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 9 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by North Sevier, 3-0, in the 2A Quarterfinals.

Returning contributors:

Morgann McPherson, OH, Sr.

6. Beaver Beavers

Head coach: Ellen Peart (4th year).

2024 record: 7-17 (tied for sixth in Region 18 with a 1-11 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 22 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by Kanab, 3-0, in the 2A Second Round.

Returning contributors:

7. Grand Red Devils

Head coach: Brittney Melton (1st year).

2024 record: 10-14 (fifth in Region 15 with a 2-8 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 16 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by North Sevier, 3-0, in the 2A Second Round.

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Temple Begins Indoor Track & Field Season at UPenn This Weekend

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December 6, 2025

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PHILADELPHIA – Temple women’s indoor track and field season opens its 2025-26 campaign with a meet this Saturday, Dec. 6, at the Penn Opener. The meet will be held at the indoor facility located in South Philadelphia, The Ott Center, and is hosted by Penn. The Cherry & White have 17 returners along with 16 newcomers joining the Owls, 15 of which are freshmen. The jumping events will start at 11:30 a.m. followed by the running events at 1:30 p.m. Catch all the action live on ESPN+ or by viewing the link below.

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A total of 26 athletes will represent Temple across 11 events this weekend.

Freshman Emilie Creighton, Aly Doyle, Kei-Mahri Hanna, Rian Johnson, Kenya Merritt, Kamryn Ohm, Janae Pettaway, Smilla Ranebro, and Adama Turay, will make their indoor track and field college debut this weekend.

Nine Temple athletes will compete in the jumps: Emelie Beckman (pole vault), Doyle (long jump), Ohm (pole vault), Ranebro (high jump), Shalisha Robertson (long jump and triple jump), Reagan Schwartz (long jump and triple jump), Deja Scott (long jump), Inara Shell (long jump and triple jump), and Reece Sullivan (pole vault).

For the sprints, Zayniah Ali, Pettaway, Turay, and Lila Ziegler will compete in the 60m dash. Also, racing in the 60m hurdles are: Ali, Doyle, and Turay.

Competing in the 300m dash are Ali, Grace Hickman, Merritt, Pettaway, and Maliah Powell.

Racing in the 600m are Jayla Green, Hanna, Mariah Jameson, Chole Smith, and Dicia Watkins.

Laila Cottom and Maya Gomes will represent Temple in the 1,000m race. While, Creighton and Johnson will run the 3,000m race.

To conclude the meet Temple will race three 4×400 meter relay teams.

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Other schools that will be competing this weekend are Delaware, Georgetown, Hampton, Rider, St. Joseph’s, Penn, Princeton, Morgan State, and Villanova.

Up Next

Temple will return to the Ott Center to compete at the Penn Select hosted by Penn on Saturday, Jan. 10.

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Women’s Track & Field Sees Positive Performances at SVSU Holiday Open

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December 6, 2025

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RESULTS

UNIVERSITY CENTER, Mich. –

Three top 10 performances in program history put the Albion track & field team in good spirits at the SVSU Holiday Open.

Performing inside the vast field house with a 300m track, Caragh Dwyer placed 14^th in the 400m (1:02.92) that was good enough to earn a top 10 mark in team history.

Maggie Sorrelle leapt for a mark of 2.82m in the pole vault, which was the fourth-best in Albion history and highest since 2020.

In the throws, Morgan Hurd’s 14.81m toss in the weight throw was fourth-furthest in Albion history and tenth overall among the field.

Mia Czarnowski (8.31, PR), Sorrelle (27.66) and Brianna Bennett (1:05.70, PR) were the best finishers for the Britons in the 60m, 200m and 400m, respectively.

Czarnowski posted a 4.77m in the long jump, while Zoey Bennett leapt a 9.45m in the triple jump.

As for other throwers, Kaylee Kopulos notched 10.42m and 12.43m tosses in the shot put and weight throw, respectively.

Up Next

Albion will be back in action during next calendar year, as they will head to Heidelberg’s brand-new indoor track for the Larry Brown Invitational on Friday, January 16.

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USC Women’s Volleyball Falls to Cal Poly in NCAA Second Round Bout

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December 6, 2025

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LOS ANGELES – The fourth-seeded No. 14-ranked USC women’s volleyball team (25-7) fell in five sets (25-19, 25-20, 20-25, 14-25, 15-7) to Cal Poly (27-7) in the second round of the 2025 NCAA tournament and was eliminated from the postseason at Galen Center on Friday, Dec. 5.

KEY PLAYERS

Fr. OPP Abigail Mullen led all scorers with 21.5 points earned on a match-high 17 kills (7e, 39att, .256) to go with 10 digs for her eighth double-double. She also had five blocks and two service aces.

Fr. S Reese Messer put up her 11th double-double with 46 assists and 11 digs. She also added six blocks (one solo) and had three kills on eight swings (.375).

RS So. OH London Wijay had 10 kills (3e, 38att, .184) and 12 digs for her eighth double-double (17th career).

RS So. MB Leah Ford had nine kills (1e) on 17 swings to hit .471 and led the team with seven blocks.

So. MB Mia Tvrdy played just the last three sets but finished with eight kills on 10 swings (.800) and had two blocks, two digs and a two-handed jump-set assist on a kill by Mullen.

Sr. MB Rylie McGinest had six kills (1e, 13att, .385) to go with one block.

Fr. LIB Taylor Deckert led the team with 13 digs and added six assists. Sr. LIB Gala Trubint had four digs and a service ace.

For the Mustangs, Emma Fredrick led with 17 kills and had 17 digs to lead all players. Kendall Beshear and Annabelle Thalken each had 12 kills. Beshear had 14 digs for the double-double and served a pair of aces. Emme Bullis put up 44 assists with 12 digs for a double-double.

HOW IT HAPPENED

The Mustangs never trailed in the opening frame to grab a 25-19 win. Both teams registered 15.0 points, but the Mustangs committed fewer unforced errors to come out on top. The Trojans had 13 kills with five from McGinest but hit just .146 with seven errors on 41 swings. Cal Poly had just 11 kills but hit .258 and had a 3-1 edge in blocks. Both teams each served an ace, but the Trojans served six errors to the Mustangs’ two in the loss.

The teams were tied 13 times and the lead changed hands five times before Cal Poly took a 2-0 lead with a 25-20 win in set two. Mullen had five kills to lead the Trojans, but USC totaled just 10 kills and hit .147 in the set. Both teams had three blocks apiece, but the Mustangs still hit .270 with 15 kills (5e) on 37 swings with five more kills from Beshear.

USC secured a 25-20 set-three win on the second of two service aces from Dani Thomas-Nathan. Tvrdy came in and sparked the Trojans with the first kill of the frame and finished with five on just six swings. Mullen tallied six kills on 12 swings without an error and helped USC hit .326 (18k, 4e, 43att). The Trojans had four blocks to help hold the Mustangs to a .194 attack rate with 10 kills (4e) on 31 swings. USC never trailed and led by five twice before winning by five.

Back-to-back Mustang errors broke the eighth and final tie of the fourth and put the Trojans in front, 11-9, en route to a 25-14 win. USC continued to push and moved in front by six, 17-11, on a block by Mullen and Ford. Back-to-back kills from Mullen put USC on top by seven, 19-12, and her tool kill made it a 10-point USC lead at 23-13. Mullen and Wijay each scored four kills in the fourth as the Trojans hit .448 (14k, 1e, 29att) and had three blocks to hold Cal Poly to a .081 hitting percentage with 12 kills (9e) on 37 attacks.

Cal Poly broke a three-all tie in the fifth with a 6-0 run and was never threatened on the way to a 15-7 win to seal the 3-2 win. Beshear had a six-serve run that included a service ace to put the Mustangs on top by six, 10-4. The Trojans could get no closer than within five despite every effort. The Mustangs hit .316 with eight kills (2e) on 19 swings over USC’s .091 rate in the fifth with five kills (3e) on 22 attempts.

MATCH NOTES

USC fell to 13-6 all-time against Cal Poly. The teams met for the first time since 2012.

The Women of Troy fell to 15-4 at home this season and to 231-64 (.783) all-time at Galen Center, which includes a 21-5 mark in NCAA tournament matches.

USC goes to 131-45 (.744) all-time in the postseason with an 85-38 (.691) mark in the NCAA tournament.

The Trojans fell to 14-11 in the second round of the NCAA tournament.

For more information on the USC women’s volleyball team and a complete schedule and results, please visit USCTrojans.com/WVB. Fans of the Women of Troy can follow @USCWomensVolley on Facebook, X, TikTok, and Instagram.

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Indiana volleyball vs Colorado NCAA tournament final score, game updates, next

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December 6, 2025

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7:57 pm ET December 5, 2025

When does Indiana volleyball play next? Indiana volleyball next game, opponent in NCAA tournament

Aaron Ferguson

Details are still to come on the next weekend of the NCAA tournament. The certainties: IU is headed to Austin, Texas as UT hosts that quadrant as the No. 1 seed. The first and second rounds in Austin will finish Saturday night. No. 8-seed Penn State awaits the winner of Texas and Florida A&M in Saturday’s second round match.

7:55 pm ET December 5, 2025

Indiana volleyball celebrates Sweet 16 berth

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Here’s how it looked as IU won its second-round match against Colorado:

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Indiana volleyball highlights in win vs Colorado

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Here’s a look inside Wilkinson Hall for IU’s win:

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Indiana volleyball stats in win vs Colorado

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The Hoosiers hit .378 for the match and had an 11-2 blocking advantage against the Buffs. The serving pressure wasn’t there like it was against Toledo, but IU played solid defensively and were able to clinch its second Sweet 16 appearance — its other was 15 years ago in 2010.

Candela Alonso-Corcelles led the way with 16 kills with just one error on 27 swings, an efficient .556. Freshman Jaidyn Jager added 15 kills (.375). The middles did plenty of work with Madi Sell having seven blocks and Victoria Gray adding four. Avry Tatum also had five blocks with eight kills. Setter Teodora Krickovic had 29 assists, eight digs and three blocks.

Colorado hit .208 for the match, led by Ana Burilovi’s 19 kills (.239) and an efficient seven on 11 swings for Cayla Payne (.545). But nine service errors did not help the Buffs, particularly with five in the first set.

7:34 pm ET December 5, 2025

Indiana volleyball score, result today vs Colorado in NCAA tournament

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The Hoosiers are onto the regional semifinal with a 25-20, 25-17, 25-23 victory over Colorado. Quite a season by Steve Aird’s Hoosiers who now have a program-best 25 wins, and set it at Wilkinson Hall as the Hoosiers put their name on the bracket that their student section is holding.

7:30 pm ET December 5, 2025

Indiana volleyball scoring run takes lead on Colorado

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Six straight points gives IU a 23-22 lead, two points away from a sweep of Colorado and advancing to the Sweet 16. A timeout by Colorado to try and stop the run.

7:27 pm ET December 5, 2025

Indiana volleyball score tonight vs Colorado

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The crowd at Wilkinson Hall erupts with each point during this 3-0 IU run to cut the Colorado lead to 22-20 in the third set, trying to keep a sweep alive.

7:20 pm ET December 5, 2025

Colorado taking charge against Indiana volleyball

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This third set was tied at 11 but Colorado has slowly clawed to an 18-15 lead, in need of a reverse sweep to keep its season alive. Steve Aird takes a timeout to try and slow the Buffs’ momentum.

7:15 pm ET December 5, 2025

Indiana volleyball score vs Colorado in NCAA tournament today

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Colorado is playing its best set yet, tougher defensively and efficient offensively. It wins the race to the media timeout, taking a 15-13 lead on IU. The Buffs are hitting .471 to IU’s respectable .316.

7:10 pm ET December 5, 2025

Indiana volleyball score today vs Colorado in NCAA tournament

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The Buffaloes have come out more energized and playing at a slower pace than what IU would like to play, and it’s worked out to an 8-6 lead, needing a reverse sweep to keep their season alive.

6:58 pm ET December 5, 2025

Indiana volleyball score tonight vs Colorado

Aaron Ferguson

The Hoosiers have taken the first two sets, going 25-17 in Set 2. IU had six blocks in the set to take a commanding 7-1 lead in that category, and it is siding out 73.7% of the time. Indiana has not yet lost a set in the NCAA tournament.

IU hit .458 in that set and Candela Alonso-Corcelles has a match-high 12 kills (.524). Their fast-paced offense has kept Colorado out of system. The Buffs are hitting .177 after an .062 in the second set. Ana Burilovi has 10 kills (.172).

6:47 pm ET December 5, 2025

Score of Indiana volleyball game against Colorado

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IU wins the race to the media timeout with a 15-12 lead. Hoosiers are hitting .294 and Candela Alonso-Corcelles already has nine kills.

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Munster native Sarah Morton strong defensively for Colorado at IU

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Sarah Morton is wearing the gray libero shirt for Colorado and has had a solid showing so far with six digs and three assists so far. Indiana is up 11-10 in the second set.

6:30 pm ET December 5, 2025

Score of Indiana volleyball game today vs Colorado in NCAA tournament

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The Hoosiers take the first set 25-20 after trailing 5-2 at one point. Quite the turnaround for the Hoosiers who settled in with their defense, which fueled their offense.

Steve Aird took a timeout and that set up Candela Alonso-Corcelles, who had a team-high seven kills (.538). IU benefitted from five service errors by Colorado, too. IU hit .353 to Colorado’s .300.

6:21 pm ET December 5, 2025

Colorado takes timeout as Candela Alonso-Corcelles heats up for Indiana volleyball

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“I want Candy,” the fans inside Wilkinson Hall chant as Candela Alonso-Corcelles has a pair of kills into a Colorado timeout. IU leads the first set 18-13.

6:18 pm ET December 5, 2025

Colorado forced to take timeout to slow down IU volleyball run

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The Hoosiers have now scored five straight points to take a 13-11 lead. They were trailing early and game flow was tough. Colorado has four service errors and IU has three. Hoosiers hitting .214 to Buffs’ .176.

6:15 pm ET December 5, 2025

Score of Indiana volleyball NCAA tournament game vs Colorado

The Buffaloes continued to build their lead, but it is four straight points for the Hoosiers to take a 12-11 lead in the first set.

6:07 pm ET December 5, 2025

Colorado uses early challenge after hot start against Indiana volleyball

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The Buffaloes had a 4-1 start to this opening set but IU answered with a pair, though Colorado is looking for a block touch on a ball that sailed out.

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First serve on deck for Indiana volleyball vs Colorado in NCAA tournament

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Starting lineups are wrapping up and the match will be underway in minutes.

5:45 pm ET December 5, 2025

Indiana volleyball versatility makes IU difficult to defend against

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From senior Candela Alonso-Corcelles to freshman Jaidyn Jager and her high school teammate Avry Tatum, the Hoosiers showed how versatile and multiple they can be, which gives coach Steve Aird a reason to be at ease.

5:30 pm ET December 5, 2025

How IU volleyball advanced played in first round of NCAA tournament vs Toledo

Here’s a look back at IU’s victory over Toledo on Thursday night, setting the program’s single season wins record in the process.

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Charlotte Vinson’s miraculous journey from life support

Aaron Ferguson

Yorktown’s Charlotte Vinson has found a role as a serving specialist, pressuring teams with her top-spin serve. But she’s undergone a miraculous journey to even find the floor again after being placed on life support last year.

IndyStar’s Brian Haenchen followed Vinson’s journey to returning and wrapping up her high school career as the No. 21 recruit nationally.

5:00 pm ET December 5, 2025

IU volleyball has Kona Bear the dog that helps with mental health

Aaron Ferguson

Woman’s best friend, Kona Bear, has been an instrumental part to the makeup of the Hoosiers. A service dog trained to help with anxiety brings joy to IU volleyball.

4:45 pm ET December 5, 2025

Indiana setter Teodora Krickovic among talented freshmen

Aaron Ferguson

Teodora Krickovic, a freshman from Serbia, has been an integral part of IU’s growth and is one of the members of a talented freshman class. She, along with Victoria Gray, were an impressive of that standout recruiting class.

Here’s more on Krickovic and Gray, who were standouts in the Monon Spike match:

4:30 pm ET December 5, 2025

Candela Alonso-Corcelles is IU volleyball’s winningest player

Aaron Ferguson

The starting senior on the outside is Candela Alonso-Corcelles, who committed to IU because of the family feel. She’s also fostered that same culture into the Hoosiers as part of a historic run. She’s a native of Madrid, Spain, and is a rare fourth-year senior all at one school.

Here’s more on Alonso-Corcelles:

4:15 pm ET December 5, 2025

How did IU volleyball make NCAA tournament

Aaron Ferguson

A blend of freshmen — IU’s highest-rated class — and veterans make up a roster seeing unprecedented success on individual and team levels. They Hoosiers have reached a number of program bests in Big Ten play, and can set a single-season wins record by beating Toledo.

Here’s more insights from IU on how this happened:

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Kansas women’s volleyball vs Miami (Fl.): NCAA tournament final result

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December 6, 2025

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Updated Dec. 5, 2025, 8:26 p.m. CT

LAWRENCE — Kansas women’s volleyball went up against Miami (Fl.) on Friday at home during the second round of the NCAA tournament, and came away with a four-set victory to advance to the Sweet 16.

The Jayhawks entered as the No. 4 seed, after a three-set win at home in the opening round against High Point. The Hurricanes were the No. 5 seed, and arrived after a four-set win against Tulsa. KU was the host team for this contest.

Here is what happened inside the Horejsi Family Volleyball Arena:

UPDATE: 8:13 p.m. (CT): Kansas wins in 4 sets

4th Set

UPDATE: 8:11 p.m. (CT): Kansas wins 4th set 27-25

UPDATE: 8:05 p.m. (CT): Kansas leads 22-20 in 4th set

3rd Set

UPDATE: 7:34 p.m. (CT): Miami (Fl.) wins 3rd set 25-22

2nd Set

UPDATE: 7 p.m. (CT): Kansas wins 2nd set 25-22

UPDATE: 6:54 p.m. (CT): Kansas and Miami (Fl.) are tied 17-17

1st Set

UPDATE: 6:27 p.m. (CT): Kansas wins 1st set 25-17

UPDATE: 6:14 p.m. (CT): Kansas leads 7-5 in 1st set

Pregame

Here are the starters

Kansas prepares for matchup

Kansas women’s volleyball vs Miami (Fl.) matchup time

Date: Friday, Dec. 5
Time: 6 p.m. (CT)
Location: Horejsi Family Volleyball Arena in Lawrence

What channel is Kansas women’s volleyball vs Miami (Fl.) matchup on today?

Kansas women’s volleyball’s NCAA tournament matchup against Miami (Fl.) will be broadcast on ESPN+ in 2025. The Jayhawks have a chance to advance in the NCAA tournament. Streaming options include ESPN+.

Kansas women’s volleyball vs Miami (Fl.) score

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Former UH volleyball player, youth coach accused of producing child porn

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December 6, 2025

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HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – A former youth volleyball coach who played on the University of Hawaii men’s volleyball team was arrested and charged with production of child pornography, allegedly with a former player.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office, District of Hawaii, announced Friday that Elias David, 37, of Waimanalo, was charged by criminal complaint on Dec. 3.

He was employed as a firefighter for the Department of Defense and worked at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Federal Fire Station 9.

According to the criminal complaint filed by the FBI, a 17-year-old told her aunt she was having sexual intercourse with David, who was a family friend and her volleyball coach since she was 13 years old.

Court documents said the teen’s relationship began with David in 2023 after a volleyball trip to Las Vegas. She was 16 at the time.

The teen told investigators that David was providing extra training to prepare her for college. She also admitted to engaging in different types of sexual contact with David that including oral and vaginal sex, documents said.

She also said that their sexual activities occurred at the fire station where he worked, at a nearby warehouse, as well as at David’s home and vehicle, documents said.

David was arrested in July of 2024 for sexual assault in the second degree. He waived his Miranda rights and was interviewed.

During his interview with investigators, David said they “began to develop feelings for each other and ‘fell in love,’” and admitted that he and the teen engaged in a sexual relationship, documents said.

David said that the romantic phase of the relationship began around March 2023, and admitted to ordering ride share services for the teen so she could leave her house to meet him at or near his workplace, documents said.

Investigators said they found 97 graphic videos of the two of them on her phone and 78 emails referring to ride share trips and GPS location data.

David played for the University of Hawaii men’s volleyball team in 2009.

If convicted, he could face up to 30 years in prison.

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