Texas volleyball sweeps Texas A&M, strengthens position for SEC tournament
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 11:52 PM
Last updated Nov 1, 2026

The Texas Longhorns volleyball team defeated defending national champion Texas A&M in a decisive 3-0 match at Gregory Gym on November 1, 2026. Texas showcased strong performance with notable contributions from Torrey Stafford and Henley Anderson, each achieving double-digit kills. The Longhorns, now 4-1 in their last five matches, are gaining momentum as they aim for a top-four seed in the SEC tournament after previous seasons without a Final Four appearance. Coach Jerritt Elliott emphasized the progress of his team and its resolve following recent losses, which have fueled their current success.
- •Texas swept Texas A&M with set scores of 25-18, 25-19, 25-21.
- •The Longhorns improved to 4-1 in their last five matches.
- •Torrey Stafford and Henley Anderson combined for 23 kills.
- •Coach Jerritt Elliott praised the team's overall performance.
- •Texas aims for a top-four seed in the SEC tournament.
- 11:52 PMYahoo Sports — Texas volleyball sweeps defending national champion Texas A&M, builds momentum for postseason
"After two seasons without a Final Four, Texas is hitting its stride in November and pushing for a top-four SEC tournament seed after sweeping defending national champ A&M.
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