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The Kansas volleyball team continued their winning streak with a decisive road victory over Houston, sweeping the match with scores of 25-14, 25-23, and 25-16. Key players, including Grace Nelson and Jovana Zelenović, showcased impressive performances. This win marks Kansas’s fourth consecutive victory and improves their record to 14-7, while Houston struggles with a disappointing season record. Coach Matt Ulmer emphasized the importance of focus as they prepare for their next matchup against TCU.
Kansas City, MO — The 15th-ranked Kansas volleyball team achieved a convincing road victory against Houston on October 16, 2025, sweeping the match with scores of 25-14, 25-23, and 25-16. This win marks Kansas’s fourth consecutive victory, improving their overall record to 14-7 and their standing in the Big 12 Conference to 5-2. In comparison, Houston’s season record fell to 8-10, leaving them with a disappointing 1-6 in conference play.
The match started off exceptionally strong for Kansas as they scored the first eight points, quickly establishing control over the game. Houston attempted to rally back, notably overcoming a 15-10 deficit in the second set, but Kansas maintained their composure, finishing the set with a strong performance similar to their opening surge. The third set showcased Kansas’s dominance, as they seized a decisive lead, culminating the match with Houston struggling to perform, hitting a .000 percentage with equal kills and errors.
Key players for Kansas included Grace Nelson, who led the team with 12 kills. Jovana Zelenović contributed significantly as well, adding 11 kills while posting an impressive hitting percentage of .529. Rhian Swanson also supported the team with 10 kills. In the setup for these successful plays, Katie Dalton played a crucial role by providing 30 assists. Furthermore, Ryan White was pivotal on defense, recording 13 digs to stifle Houston’s offensive efforts.
On the Houston side, Alyssa Gonzales stood out with 10 kills, but the team struggled with consistency, which was reflected in their match performance and allowed Kansas to exploit their faults. Kansas benefitted from several service errors committed by Houston during the match, which hindered the home team’s ability to maintain momentum.
The victory aligns with Kansas Coach Matt Ulmer’s assessment that the team’s recent success has emanated from their focus and energy. As the season progresses, maintaining this mindset will be critical, particularly with challenging matches ahead.
Looking ahead, Kansas will prepare to face No. 11 TCU in their next matchup on October 22, 2025. This upcoming game will be another test of their skills and cohesion as they aim to continue their winning streak and improve their ranking within the Big 12 Conference.
As of now, Kansas volleyball remains a team to watch as they strive for excellence and push for a strong finish to the season.
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