Lions volleyball team opens season with Southern Invite
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 10:31 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
VolleyballThe Missouri Southern State University Lions volleyball team begins its 2026 season hosting the Southern Invite at the Leggett & Platt Athletic Center from August 25-27. The tournament features 12 matches among six teams, with MSSU opening against Southeastern Oklahoma State at 7 p.m. on Thursday. Head coach Joshua Moore emphasizes the importance of nonconference play for team development, particularly for a roster with many freshmen. The Lions will have eight matches in nine days to prepare for MIAA competition following this tournament.
- •Lions host Southern Invite starting August 25.
- •MSSU plays Southeastern Oklahoma State in their opener.
- •Eight matches scheduled in nine days.
- •Head coach highlights nonconference match importance.
- •Lions have new freshmen on the roster.
- 10:31 PMYahoo Sports — Lions volleyball team set to host invite
"The Missouri Southern State University volleyball team hits the ground running with a full slate of nonconference matches to start its 2026 campaign. By the time the Lions begin the MIAA portion of their schedule, they will have 11 matches under their belts. Head coach Joshua Moore talked about the importance of nonconference matches after the Lions Green and Gold scrimmage last Thursday. “You ...
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