Texas A&M volleyball strengthens NCAA Tournament hosting bid with sweep of Kentucky
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 10:10 AM
Last updated Oct 29, 2026

Texas A&M volleyball improved its chances for an NCAA Tournament hosting bid by sweeping No. 4 Kentucky on October 28. The Aggies, currently ranked No. 17, won the match 25-20, 25-23, 25-21, ending Kentucky's 30-match home winning streak. This victory marks Texas A&M's second win over a top-five opponent this season. With an overall record of 13-8 and a three-match winning streak, they aim for a top-16 national seed, allowing them to host the tournament's opening rounds. Upcoming matches against No. 6 Tennessee on October 30 and No. 14 Texas on November 1 present further opportunities to bolster their postseason résumé.
- •Texas A&M sweeps Kentucky, improving to 13-8 overall and 6-3 in SEC play.
- •The Aggies end Kentucky's 30-match home winning streak.
- •Upcoming matches against Tennessee and Texas are crucial for postseason hopes.
- •Texas A&M currently ranks No. 17 in AVCA Top 25 poll.
- •Selection Sunday for the NCAA Tournament is on November 29.
- 10:10 AMYahoo Sports — Can Texas A&M volleyball earn an NCAA Tournament hosting bid?
"No. 17 Texas A&M volleyball boosts its NCAA Tournament hosting résumé after sweeping Kentucky, with key matchups ahead against Tennessee and Texas.
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