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USI volleyball team prepares with veterans ahead of upcoming season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 4:42 AM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

USI volleyball team prepares with veterans ahead of upcoming season
Summary

The University of Southern Indiana women's volleyball team, bolstered by 12 returning players, is advancing smoothly in offseason workouts. With only three new players joining this year, the Screaming Eagles aim to build on last season's strong performance, where they fell short of the Ohio Valley Conference tournament championship. Outside hitter Ashby Willis noted the team's improved chemistry, attributing it to their time spent together during the spring. Head coach Jeffrey Aucoin highlighted the team's ability to progress more rapidly in training compared to last year. USI will host Austin Peay State for an exhibition match on Saturday, August 22, in Liberty Arena.

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  • •USI has 12 returners on the roster this season
  • •The Screaming Eagles fell short of the tournament championship last year
  • •Team chemistry has significantly improved during offseason workouts
  • •USI will host an exhibition against Austin Peay State on August 22
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  • 4:42 AMYahoo Sports — USI volleyball is ahead of schedule this year
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EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — With 12 returners on the roster, the University of Southern Indiana women’s volleyball team has been able to speed up the learning curve during offseason workouts. Last year, the Screaming Eagles went into the season with eight new players, but this year it’s just three new faces on the roster. USI […]

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