Volleyball | 9/22/2025 2:19:00 PM

DENTON, Texas (Sept. 22, 2025) – The Texas Woman's volleyball team begins Lone Star Conference play tomorrow evening when they welcome Texas A&M–Kingsville to Kitty Magee Arena. First serve is set for 6 p.m.

The Pioneers (7-4) have shown balance across the board in non-conference action, entering league play with confidence after strong performances both at home and on the road. TWU's defense has been a cornerstone this season, averaging nearly 17.8 digs per set and holding opponents to a hitting percentage of just .135. Offensively, the Pioneers are averaging 12.2 kills per set, while maintaining steady pressure behind the service line with nearly 2.0 aces per set. At the net, TWU has been dominant, averaging 2.4 blocks per set, outpacing their opponents by almost a full block per set.

HOME SWEET KMA

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INSIDE THE MATCH-UP

• A LOOK AT THE JAVELINAS: Texas A&M–Kingsville (8-2) also enters its first conference test after an impressive non-conference run. The Javelinas rank among the LSC's most efficient offensive units, hitting .264 on the season while limiting opponents to .146. TAMUK averages 13.6 kills per set and 13.8 digs per set, powered by standout attackers Rylan Pollard and Kendall Harrington. Their ability to maintain a balanced attack and finish points at the net makes them a strong opening opponent.
• SERIES HISTORY: TWU and TAMUK have built a long-standing rivalry within the Lone Star Conference. The Pioneers hold the advantage in the all-time series, leading 40-14 overall, including a strong 22-6 record in Denton. TWU has won the last three meetings against the Javelinas, including a 3-1 victory at Kitty Magee Arena last November. The Pioneers' longest win streak in the series stretched to 13 matches between 2003–2012, while TAMUK's longest came in a four-match run between 2016–2017.
• PIONEER PRIDE: The Pioneers will look to lean on key contributors as they open conference play. Myracle Stockman leads the team with 89 kills, supported by Sydney Garrison, 76, and Tori Woods, 75. Setter Kiana Reed continues to direct the offense with 236 assists thus far, while Alyssa Rojo anchors the defense with 190 digs on the year. At the net, Jonaida Donowa, 34 blocks, and Stockman, 27 blocks, have been critical in establishing TWU as one of the conference's top blocking teams. With depth across the roster and momentum from non-conference success, TWU aims to set the tone early in LSC play.

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