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TCU Volleyball Schedule 2026

Record: 14-3 32 listed matches

Latest result: L 0-3 at Arizona State · Oct 11 All results
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TCU Volleyball Schedule 2026

Scores checked Oct 12, 2026 · Times as listed

12 upcoming matches · Times shown as listed

TCU at Home

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  • Oct
    16
    Texas Tech logo

    Texas Tech

    6:30 PM CT (TV: ESPN+) · Fort Worth, Texas
  • Oct
    18
    Baylor logo

    Baylor

    2:00 PM CT (TV: ESPN+) · Fort Worth, Texas
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    23
    Kansas logo

    Kansas

    TBA (TV: ESPN+) · Fort Worth, Texas
  • Nov
    1
    Kansas State logo

    Kansas State

    2:00 PM CT (TV: ESPN+) · Fort Worth, Texas
  • Nov
    20
    Arizona State logo

    Arizona State

    6:30 PM CT (TV: ESPN+) · Fort Worth, Texas
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    22
    Iowa State logo

    Iowa State

    2:00 PM CT (TV: ESPN+) · Fort Worth, Texas

Away & Neutral

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    30
    Baylor logo

    Baylor

    7:00 PM CT (TV: ESPN+) · Waco, Texas
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    6
    Houston logo

    Houston

    6:30 PM CT (TV: ESPN+) · Houston, Texas
  • Nov
    13
    Kansas State logo

    Kansas State

    6:30 PM CT (TV: ESPN+) · Manhattan, Kan.
  • Nov
    15
    Kansas logo

    Kansas

    1:00 PM CT (TV: ESPN+) · Lawrence, Kan.
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    25
    Utah logo

    Utah

    8:00 PM CT (TV: ESPN+) · Salt Lake City, Utah
  • Nov
    27
    BYU logo

    BYU

    7:30 PM CT (TV: ESPN+) · Provo, Utah

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Season snapshot

Record:
14-3
Last result:
L 0-3 at Arizona State · Sun, Oct 11
Next match:
vs Texas Tech · Fri, Oct 16 · 6:30 PM CT (TV: ESPN+)
Remaining ranked opponents:
3
Schedule sites:
15 home · 17 away

TCU Volleyball 2026: Season Outlook & Program Overview

Original analysis of the TCU Horned Frogs program, coaching staff, and 2026 outlook.

2026 Season Outlook

This is not a rebuilding year. TCU opens the 2026 season on August 29 against No. 2 Texas in Las Vegas at the inaugural Players Era Volleyball Showcase and closes November 27 at BYU. The Big 12's head coaches picked the Horned Frogs to finish second, behind only Arizona State, and three TCU players made the Preseason All-Big 12 team - tied with Arizona State and BYU for the most of any school. TCU plays 21 matches against NCAA Tournament teams, including eight against Sweet 16 programs.

The Frogs are coming off the strongest two-year stretch in nearly two decades: 20-plus wins in consecutive seasons for the first time since 2008-09, and a program-record six wins over ranked opponents in 2025, before sweeping SFA in the NCAA first round and falling at No. 6 Texas A&M in the second. The 2026 ceiling is a Big 12 title and a seeded NCAA position. Evan Hendrix is a legitimate national player of the year candidate, Jalyn Gibson's return from an ACL injury adds an All-Big 12 pin that was not there last season, and thirteen home matches with a favorable October is a real structural advantage. The obstacles are Arizona State and the schedule itself.

Program History & Tradition

TCU is coming off the strongest two-year stretch in nearly two decades, recording 20-plus wins in consecutive seasons for the first time since 2008-09 and winning a program-record six matches against ranked opponents in 2025. The Frogs swept SFA in the NCAA first round before falling at No. 6 Texas A&M in the second. Evan Hendrix became the seventh AVCA All-American in program history in 2025. Home matches are played at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena in Fort Worth, compact and modern following its renovation, with a volleyball configuration that keeps the crowd close to the floor.

Head Coach Spotlight

TCU enters 2026 picked second in the Big 12 by the league's head coaches, with three players on the Preseason All-Big 12 team - tied with Arizona State and BYU for the most of any school. The staff has built the roster around three All-Big 12 pins in Evan Hendrix, Jalyn Gibson and Becca Kelley, and scheduled 21 matches against NCAA Tournament teams, including eight against Sweet 16 programs.

What to Watch in 2026

The season opens against No. 2 Texas in Las Vegas at the inaugural Players Era Volleyball Showcase on August 29. The match that decides the Big 12 is October 11 at Arizona State - the single number that matters for TCU's ceiling. The closing stretch through Kansas, Utah and BYU is as physically demanding as any in the country, and the November 27 finale at BYU is against the league's other contender. The SMU, Baylor and Arizona State home dates are the ones that fill Schollmaier.

The Big 12 posted the No. 1 conference RPI last season and sent 10 schools to the NCAA Tournament, so there are no off weekends, and the league holds no postseason tournament - the regular-season standings decide the title.

TCU Volleyball 2026 Schedule Overview

Schedule and scores checked October 12, 2026 · Official source: gofrogs.com

TCU opens the 2026 season on Saturday, August 29 against No. 2 Texas in Las Vegas - the inaugural Players Era Volleyball Showcase at T-Mobile Arena - and closes November 27 at BYU. This is not a rebuilding year: the Big 12's head coaches picked TCU to finish second, behind only defending champion Arizona State, and three Horned Frogs made the Preseason All-Big 12 team, tied with Arizona State and BYU for the most of any school. TCU plays 21 matches against NCAA Tournament teams, including eight against Sweet 16 programs, with thirteen at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena. All times are Central.

Full dates, first-serve times and venues are below, updated as the athletic department confirms changes.

TCU Volleyball 2026 Photo Gallery

Top Games to Watch

  • TCU at Arizona State

    Sunday, October 11

    The match that decides the Big 12. Arizona State is the two-time defending champion and preseason No. 1, and this is the single number that matters for TCU's ceiling.

  • TCU vs. Texas

    Saturday, August 29

    The season opener against the preseason No. 2 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, at the inaugural Players Era Volleyball Showcase.

  • TCU at BYU

    Friday, November 27

    The regular-season finale on the road against the team BYU fans will circle too - the last thing standing for both programs' NCAA cases.

  • SMU at TCU

    Non-conference

    One of three home dates that fill Schollmaier, alongside Baylor and Arizona State.

  • TCU at Kansas, Utah and BYU

    Closing stretch

    As physically demanding a finish as any in the country, against three teams with NCAA aspirations.

Key Players to Know

Evan Hendrix

Outside Hitter

The best player on the roster and one of the best in the country. She became the seventh AVCA All-American in program history last season with third-team honors, recorded 543 kills - second-most in the Big 12 and tenth-most in Division I - and was a unanimous First Team All-Big 12 selection, leading the league at 4.96 kills per set in conference play. On the AVCA Player of the Year preseason watch list.

Jalyn Gibson

Outside Hitter

The comeback story. Gibson made the conference's preseason list for the third straight year despite missing 2025 with an ACL injury suffered against Penn State in the second match. She returns for a fifth and final season, and a healthy Gibson alongside Hendrix gives TCU two All-Big 12 pins - a problem very few teams in the league can block.

Becca Kelley

Outside Hitter

The iron woman. Kelley earned All-Big 12 Second Team honors and was the only TCU player to appear in all 123 sets last season, logging 359 kills - second-most on the team - and over 400 total points.

Three preseason All-Big 12 selections

Roster note

The most of any school in the league alongside Arizona State and BYU. That is not a rising program - that is a contender.

Season Expectations

TCU is coming off the strongest two-year stretch in nearly two decades - back-to-back 20-win seasons for the first time since 2008-09 and a program-record six wins over ranked opponents in 2025. The 2026 ceiling is a Big 12 title and a seeded NCAA position, with Hendrix a legitimate national player of the year candidate, Gibson's return adding a pin that was not there last season, and thirteen home matches with a favorable October as a real structural advantage. The obstacles are Arizona State and the schedule itself: the Big 12 posted the No. 1 conference RPI last season and sent 10 schools to the NCAA Tournament, so there are no off weekends. The realistic floor is still an at-large bid.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who coaches TCU volleyball?
Jason Williams is in his fifth season. He has brought modern systems and aggressive recruiting to Fort Worth.
What conference is TCU volleyball in?
TCU competes in the Big 12 Conference.
Where can I buy TCU volleyball tickets?
Tickets are sold through GoFrogs.com. Student tickets are free with a valid TCU ID.

Related Pages

The Squad · Roster

TCU Volleyball Roster 2026

Meet the 3 athletes on the TCU Horned Frogs volleyball team

Outside Hitter

3 players
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Evan Hendrix

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Jalyn Gibson

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Becca Kelley

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Fan Guide · FAQ

TCU Volleyball FAQ 2026

Everything you need to know about TCU Horned Frogs volleyball

  1. 01

    Where do the Horned Frogs play home games?

    The TCU Horned Frogs play their home volleyball matches at the Schollmaier Arena on the TCU campus in Fort Worth, Texas.

  2. 02

    How can I purchase tickets?

    Tickets can be purchased through the TCU Athletics website, at the Schollmaier Arena box office, or through authorized ticket resellers.

  3. 03

    What time do doors open for matches?

    Doors typically open 60 minutes before the scheduled match time. We recommend arriving early for the best seating options.

  4. 04

    What conference is TCU in?

    TCU competes in the Big 12 Conference, facing teams like Kansas, Baylor, BYU, and Arizona State in conference play.

  5. 05

    Where can I find the full TCU Volleyball Schedule 2026?

    The complete 2026 TCU volleyball schedule with every Horned Frogs match, opponent, date, time and location is listed on this page above. It is updated whenever the athletic department confirms new times, TV assignments or venue changes.

  6. 06

    When does the TCU Horned Frogs volleyball season start in 2026?

    TCU opens the 2026 volleyball season in late August with non-conference play, then rolls into Big 12 matches from mid-September through November. The full 2026 slate leads into the NCAA Tournament in December.

  7. 07

    Where do the Horned Frogs play their home volleyball matches?

    TCU plays home volleyball matches at Schollmaier Arena in Fort Worth. The arena hosts every home date on the 2026 schedule, and doors typically open about an hour before first serve.

  8. 08

    How can I watch TCU volleyball games in 2026?

    Most 2026 Horned Frogs matches air on Big 12 network partners (ESPN, ESPN+, Big Ten Network, ACC Network, SEC Network or FS1 depending on the game). Each row on the schedule above shows the confirmed TV or streaming outlet as soon as it is announced.

  9. 09

    Who are TCU's biggest 2026 volleyball opponents?

    The 2026 schedule features Big 12 rivalry matches plus marquee non-conference tests. See the schedule table on this page for every Horned Frogs opponent, dates and locations for the full 2026 season.

Leadership · Staff

TCU Volleyball Coaches 2026

The leadership behind TCU Horned Frogs volleyball success

Jason Williams

Head Coach · 10 years with program

Jason Williams has built TCU volleyball into a Big 12 contender, consistently leading the Horned Frogs to the NCAA Tournament and developing numerous All-Conference players.

Alex Ayers

Associate Head Coach · 8 years with program

Alex Ayers brings extensive experience in player development and serves as a key recruiter for the TCU volleyball program.

Eric Tsiambase

Assistant Coach · 5 years with program

Eric Tsiambase focuses on defensive systems and serves as the team's video coordinator.

Heritage · Legacy

TCU Volleyball Program History

The TCU Horned Frogs women's volleyball program has emerged as a competitive force in the Big 12 Conference. Under head coach Jason Williams, TCU has consistently improved and established itself as a program on the rise.

The Horned Frogs have developed a strong recruiting pipeline and have become regular NCAA Tournament participants. The program continues to attract top talent from Texas and across the country.

TCU volleyball has created a passionate fanbase at Schollmaier Arena, with the arena providing an exciting home court atmosphere against Big 12 opponents.

Where to Watch

Where to Watch TCU Volleyball

Schollmaier Arena

Address: 2850 Stadium Dr, Fort Worth, TX 76109

Capacity: 8,500+ fans

TCU plays home matches at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena, 2900 Stadium Drive, Fort Worth, TX 76109 - on campus, the same building TCU basketball uses. Schollmaier is compact and modern following its renovation, and volleyball uses a configuration that keeps the crowd close to the floor. Fort Worth has become a genuinely good volleyball market as the program has climbed, and the SMU, Baylor and Arizona State home dates are the ones that fill it. Doors typically open about an hour before first serve, and campus lots near the arena open for evening events.

TV & Streaming

Networks: ESPN, FS1, Big 12 Now

Streaming: ESPN+, Big 12 Now on ESPN+

Most Big 12 matches stream on ESPN+ through Big 12 NOW, with selected dates picked up for linear ESPN, ESPN2 or FS1, usually confirmed one to two weeks out. Non-conference and neutral-site matches follow the event or host school - the Players Era Volleyball Showcase in Las Vegas has its own broadcast arrangement. Free admission for TCU students with a valid ID, and the August 15 Vanderbilt exhibition and August 26 Purple & White scrimmage are free for everyone.

How to watch college volleyball

Season Storylines

2026 TCU Volleyball Season

Big 12 Schedule

TCU faces tough Big 12 competition, battling rivals like Kansas, Baylor, BYU, and Arizona State throughout the conference season.

Home Games at Schollmaier Arena

Experience the electric atmosphere at Schollmaier Arena where TCU volleyball creates a passionate and intimidating home court advantage.

NCAA Tournament Path

Follow TCU's journey through the NCAA Tournament as the Horned Frogs compete against the nation's best programs.

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