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Official newspaper of The University of Texas at Austin

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Official newspaper of The University of Texas at Austin

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Volleyball

The 3 keys to success for Texas volleyball’s NCAA redemption run

The 3 keys to success for Texas volleyball’s NCAA redemption run

Hannah Williford November 29, 2021

Redemption was the theme of the season for Texas volleyball.  Last spring, the Longhorns made their way to the NCAA volleyball championship against Kentucky, one game away from taking home the trophy....

No. 2 women’s volleyball wins Big 12 Championship with sweep against Texas Tech

No. 2 women’s volleyball wins Big 12 Championship with sweep against Texas Tech

Jordan Mitchell November 28, 2021

The No. 2 Texas Longhorns are Big 12 champions for the fifth consecutive year. In a dominant showing at the United Supermarkets Arena, Texas kept Texas Tech to a .111 hitting percentage in their 3-0...

No. 2 Longhorns cause Texas Tech takedown, 3-1

No. 2 Longhorns cause Texas Tech takedown, 3-1

Hannah Williford November 27, 2021

The Longhorns are almost there. Almost to a Big 12 Championship and almost to the tournament they’ve sought redemption for since their loss in the championship last season. No. 2 Texas took out...

No. 2 Texas volleyball celebrates Nalani Iosias birthday in sweep of  Kansas State

No. 2 Texas volleyball celebrates Nalani Iosia’s birthday in sweep of Kansas State

Jordan Mitchell, Sports Reporter November 20, 2021
The libero, who turned 19 Friday, played a pivotal role in tackling Kansas State’s tough defense throughout the first portion of the match.
Senior night success: No. 2 Texas sweeps Kansas State as Eggleston, Fields shine

Senior night success: No. 2 Texas sweeps Kansas State as Eggleston, Fields shine

Riley Glenn, Sports Reporter November 19, 2021

Emotions poured into  Gregory Gym on Thursday night following the Longhorns victory, as seniors Sydney Petersen and Brionne Butler gazed up at a video montage of their greatest moments, grasping their...

Eggleston, Parra, Fields are key to Texas volleyball’s postseason success

Eggleston, Parra, Fields are key to Texas volleyball’s postseason success

Hannah Williford, Sports Reporter November 18, 2021

Texas is coming to the end of their regular season with its last home games this Thursday and Friday. But while the team has cruised through the Big 12, the Longhorns will need top performances from their...

No. 2 Longhorns sweep rival Sooners in bounce-back win after first loss of season

No. 2 Longhorns sweep rival Sooners in bounce-back win after first loss of season

Hannah Williford, senior sports reporter November 12, 2021

Longhorn fans welcomed the Texas volleyball team back to Gregory Gym on Thursday with a full house, constant chants and sea of “hook ‘em” signs after almost a month away from home and their loss...

Offense is the best defense: How Texas volleyball’s serving can make or break season

Offense is the best defense: How Texas volleyball’s serving can make or break season

Jordan Mitchell, Sports Reporter November 10, 2021

Texas volleyball head coach Jerritt Elliott often claims that domination at the serve and pass game is the cornerstone of their success. On Saturday, Texas’ lack of prowess at serving handed them...

All good things must come to an end: No. 1 Texas falls 3-1 to No. 10 Baylor

All good things must come to an end: No. 1 Texas falls 3-1 to No. 10 Baylor

Jordan Mitchell November 7, 2021

Texas volleyball fought to the end. In a match with nearly equal Baylor and Texas fans and a crowd atmosphere that resembled a football game, the Longhorns just couldn’t get a grasp on enough momentum...

No. 1 Texas volleyball dominates as Elliott becomes winningest coach in program history

No. 1 Texas volleyball dominates as Elliott becomes winningest coach in program history

Jordan Mitchell, Sports Reporter October 23, 2021

If the Longhorns’matchup against Iowa State has taught college volleyball fans anything, it is that Texas can dominate from both sides of the ball. In Thursday night’s match against the Cyclones,...

Texas volleyball finds groove, takes down Iowa State 3-1

Texas volleyball finds groove, takes down Iowa State 3-1

Hannah Williford, sports senior reporter October 21, 2021

On Monday, head coach Jerritt Elliott called his junior middle blocker Molly Phillips a “silent assassin.” Iowa State would learn just how deadly she can be Thursday night.  The Cyclones kept some...

New players create an edge for Texas Volleyball

New players create an edge for Texas Volleyball

Hannah Williford October 18, 2021

A new dynamic is emerging for Texas volleyball this season as the Longhorns incorporate rising players with stars of past seasons.  Almost all of Texas’ key players returned this season to chase...

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