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Western Kentucky Volleyball Schedule 2026

Record: 12-6 28 listed matches

Latest result: W 3-0 at Jacksonville State · Oct 10 All results
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Western Kentucky Volleyball Schedule 2026

Scores checked Oct 12, 2026 · Times as listed

10 upcoming matches · Times shown as listed

October 2026

6 matches
Friday
16
Middle Tennessee logo
vs

Middle Tennessee

11:00 AM CT · Bowling Green, Ky. (E.A. Diddle Arena)
Saturday
17
Middle Tennessee logo
vs

Middle Tennessee

1:00 PM CT · Bowling Green, Ky. (E.A. Diddle Arena)
Friday
23
KS
vs

Kennesaw State

6:00 PM CT · Bowling Green, Ky. (E.A. Diddle Arena)
Saturday
24
KS
vs

Kennesaw State

1:00 PM CT · Bowling Green, Ky. (E.A. Diddle Arena)
Friday
30
F
at

FIU

5:00 PM CT · Miami, Fla.
Saturday
31
F
at

FIU

11:00 AM CT · Miami, Fla.

November 2026

4 matches
Friday
6
L
vs

Liberty

6:00 PM CT · Bowling Green, Ky. (E.A. Diddle Arena)
Saturday
7
L
vs

Liberty

1:00 PM CT · Bowling Green, Ky. (E.A. Diddle Arena)
Thursday
12
Sam Houston logo
at

Sam Houston

6:00 PM CT · Huntsville, Texas
Friday
13
Sam Houston logo
at

Sam Houston

1:00 PM CT · Huntsville, Texas

This week in Conference USA

Next opponents

  • Middle Tennessee
    Oct 16 · 11:00 AM CT
  • Middle Tennessee
    Oct 17 · 1:00 PM CT
  • Kennesaw State
    Oct 23 · 6:00 PM CT

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Season snapshot

Record:
12-6
Last result:
W 3-0 at Jacksonville State · Sat, Oct 10
Next match:
vs Middle Tennessee · Fri, Oct 16 · 11:00 AM CT
Remaining ranked opponents:
0
Schedule sites:
14 home · 14 away

Western Kentucky Volleyball 2026: Season Outlook & Program Overview

Original analysis of the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers program, coaching staff, and 2026 outlook.

2026 Season Outlook

Western Kentucky is 12-6 after consecutive straight-set wins at Jacksonville State on October 9 and 10. The Hilltoppers return to E.A. Diddle Arena for Middle Tennessee on October 16 and 17. Friday's first serve is listed at 11:00 AM CT.

Program History & Tradition

The 2026 season brings 28 listed regular-season dates to the Bowling Green, Kentucky program, with home matches at E.A. Diddle Arena. The league opener is a two-match trip to New Mexico State; Missouri State visits Bowling Green on October 2 and 3.

Head Coach Spotlight

Travis Hudson leads the 2026 coaching staff, joined by Craig Bere and Kyle Cohan. With Middle Tennessee next on the schedule, those coaches are preparing for the demands of Conference USA competition.

What to Watch in 2026

The league opener is a two-match trip to New Mexico State; Missouri State visits Bowling Green on October 2 and 3. A pair of New Mexico State road dates start Conference USA play after the ETSU sweep.

Western Kentucky Volleyball 2026 Schedule Overview

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

Western Kentucky is 12-6 after consecutive straight-set wins at Jacksonville State on October 9 and 10. The Hilltoppers return to E.A. Diddle Arena for Middle Tennessee on October 16 and 17. Friday's first serve is listed at 11:00 AM CT.

Western Kentucky will also face Missouri State, Jacksonville State, Middle Tennessee, Kennesaw State, FIU, Liberty and Sam Houston in back-to-back sets, which makes weekend adjustments part of the story. We list 28 confirmed regular-season opponents and dates, with final scores beside completed matches. The Western Kentucky volleyball schedule 2026 is shown in the time zone printed by the school so fans can plan without guessing about daylight saving changes. Future first-serve times and broadcasts may be updated before match day.

Keep the Western Kentucky volleyball schedule 2026 handy as the conference race changes week by week.

Western Kentucky Volleyball 2026 Schedule at a Glance

Record
12-6
Next match
Next: vs Middle Tennessee on October 16 (11:00 AM CT).
Next home date
vs Middle Tennessee on October 16 (11:00 AM CT).
Final listed date
Sam Houston, November 13

Key Dates on the Western Kentucky 2026 Calendar

  • September 25Road match against NM State; 7:00 PM CT.
  • October 2Host Missouri State; 6:00 PM CT.
  • November 13Regular-season finale against Sam Houston.

Top Games to Watch

  • Western Kentucky at NM State

    September 25

    The immediate test after a 6-6 start. A pair of New Mexico State road dates start Conference USA play after the ETSU sweep.

  • Western Kentucky vs. Missouri State

    October 2

    The league opener is a two-match trip to New Mexico State; Missouri State visits Bowling Green on October 2 and 3.

  • Western Kentucky at Sam Houston

    November 13

    The last date on the published regular-season calendar. Follow the Western Kentucky volleyball schedule 2026 for any time changes.

Key Players to Know

Kaira Knox

RS

The sophomore had 13 kills in the sweep of ETSU.

Faith Young

MH

The junior recorded 12 kills and six blocks against ETSU.

Kate Rush

S

The sophomore setter handed out 38 assists in WKU's final nonconference win.

Season Expectations

The league opener is a two-match trip to New Mexico State; Missouri State visits Bowling Green on October 2 and 3. A pair of New Mexico State road dates start Conference USA play after the ETSU sweep. Western Kentucky's record is 12-6 as of October 12; upcoming conference results will shape the rest of its season. The next conference date is at Jacksonville State, October 9, 6:00 PM CT.

The Western Kentucky volleyball schedule 2026 closes with Sam Houston on November 13. If a postseason berth is earned, opponent and first-serve details will depend on the final conference standings.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many matches are on the Western Kentucky volleyball schedule 2026?
There are 18 recorded regular-season finals as of October 12, 2026. The full schedule also shows remaining fixtures. Exhibitions, cancellations and postponements do not count toward the 12-6 record.
When does Western Kentucky play Missouri State?
Western Kentucky host Missouri State on October 2 at 6:00 PM CT. The listed location is Bowling Green, Ky. (E.A. Diddle Arena).
Where is the next Western Kentucky home match?
The next home match is vs. Middle Tennessee on October 16 (11:00 AM CT) at Bowling Green, Ky. (E.A. Diddle Arena).

Related Pages

Leadership · Staff

Western Kentucky Volleyball Coaches 2026

The leadership behind Western Kentucky Hilltoppers volleyball success

Travis Hudson

Head Coach

Travis Hudson serves as head coach for Western Kentucky Hilltoppers' 2026 volleyball staff.

Craig Bere

Associate Head Coach

Craig Bere serves as associate head coach for Western Kentucky Hilltoppers' 2026 volleyball staff.

Kyle Cohan

Assistant Coach/Recruiting Coordinator

Kyle Cohan serves as assistant coach/recruiting coordinator for Western Kentucky Hilltoppers' 2026 volleyball staff.

Fan Guide · FAQ

Western Kentucky Volleyball FAQ 2026

Everything you need to know about Western Kentucky Hilltoppers volleyball

Q

When is Western Kentucky Hilltoppers' next volleyball match?

A

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers visit NM State on September 25, 2026 at 7:00 PM CT. The location is Las Cruces, N.M..

Q

What is Western Kentucky Hilltoppers' 2026 record?

A

Western Kentucky's latest recorded season record is 12-6, checked Mon, Oct 12.

Q

When is Western Kentucky Hilltoppers' next home match?

A

Western Kentucky vs Middle Tennessee on October 16, 2026. Listed start time: 11:00 AM CT.

The Squad · Roster

Western Kentucky Volleyball Roster 2026

Meet the 15 athletes on the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers volleyball team

L/DS

2 players
2

Tayler Baron

Junior · Not listed
Lascassas, Tenn.
3

Kennedy Cherry

Sophomore · Not listed
Noblesville, Ind.

RS

1 players
5

Kaira Knox

Sophomore · Not listed
Nolensville, Tenn.

| R-So.

1 players
6

Harlie Bryant

Beaver Dam, Ky. / · Not listed
Not listed

DS/L

1 players
8

Cali Foster

Freshman · Not listed
Lafayette, IN

DS

1 players
9

Camila Adams

Junior · Not listed
Sellersburg, Ind.

OH

4 players
13

Kendall Meller

Redshirt Senior · Not listed
Brownsburg, Ind.
16

Sonja Laaksonen

Sophomore · Not listed
Victoria, Minn.
17

Alivia Skidmore

Junior · Not listed
Florence, Ky.
18

Aubrey Sears

Sophomore · Not listed
Russellville, Ky.

S

2 players
15

Izzie Delacher

Freshman · Not listed
Grand Rapids, MI
20

Kate Rush

Sophomore · Not listed
Georgetown, Ky.

OH/MB

1 players
21

Eliza McKnight

Freshman · Not listed
Brentwood, TN

MH

2 players
22

Faith Young

Junior · Not listed
Harrison, Ohio
25

Izzy Van De Wiele

Senior · Not listed
Bettendorf, Iowa
Season Storylines

2026 Western Kentucky Volleyball Season

Latest form

Western Kentucky has a 12-6 recorded season record. Last result: W 3-0 at Jacksonville State on Sat, Oct 10.

Next matchup

Next: vs Middle Tennessee on October 16 (11:00 AM CT).

Heritage · Legacy

Western Kentucky Volleyball Program History

WKU entered Conference USA play 6-6 after sweeping ETSU on September 19. The Hilltoppers had just lost a five-set match to Oklahoma, then answered with their cleanest offensive showing of the season.

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers play their 2026 home slate in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Next: vs Middle Tennessee on October 16 (11:00 AM CT).

Where to Watch

Where to Watch Western Kentucky Volleyball

E.A. Diddle Arena

Address: Bowling Green, Kentucky

Capacity: Event seating varies

E.A. Diddle Arena in Bowling Green, Kentucky is the principal home setting for Western Kentucky's 2026 matches. The next home match is vs. Middle Tennessee on October 16 (11:00 AM CT).

Check the Western Kentucky volleyball schedule 2026 for the venue of each home fixture before traveling.

TV & Streaming

Networks: See match broadcast listings

Streaming: See match broadcast listings

Next listed match: vs. Middle Tennessee on October 16 (11:00 AM CT). Check the game card for the announced channel or streaming service. Each broadcast assignment is kept with its specific match; a network listing does not confirm an unannounced first-serve time.

The schedule preserves the school’s printed time zone.

How to watch college volleyball

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