Tarleton State Wins Close Volleyball Match Against UT Arlington

The Tarleton State women's volleyball team defeated the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) in a dramatic five-set match during their "Mavoween Night" game, securing a 3-2 victory after a previous loss to UTA earlier in the season. Key players included Tarleton’s LaNeah Lara, who recorded 25 kills, and freshman Camryn McMinn of UTA, who contributed eight kills and helped shift momentum in the second set. Meanwhile, the Tarleton State women's tennis team is preparing for the University of the Incarnate Word Fall Tournament after recent strong performances, including sweeping singles and doubles titles at the WAC Fall Invitational. The Tarleton State cross country teams are set for the WAC Cross Country Championships in Arlington, with both men’s and women’s squads ranked regionally and aiming to improve on last season's best finishes. Additionally, the Kansas State Wildcats volleyball team maintained momentum from a significant upset victory over No. 14 Kansas as they head into crucial Big 12 conference matches against Utah and BYU, with standout performances from players such as junior libero Symone Sims and senior middle blocker Jordyn Williams. Overall, these updates underscore the competitive intensity and rising profiles of collegiate volleyball, tennis, and cross country teams in the Western Athletic Conference and Big 12.