17-12,8-8CUSA
WKU
22-6,16-0CUSA
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | Final F |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Ky. | 25 | 25 | 25 | 3 |
| Sam Houston | 18 | 16 | 8 | 0 |
11/13/2026 3:06:00 PM | Women's Volleyball
HUNTSVILLE — Sam Houston volleyball fell to WKU in straight sets Friday at Johnson Coliseum, 25-18, 25-16, 25-8, as the Bearkats wrapped up their regular-season schedule ahead of the Conference USA Tournament next week.Â
The Bearkats finished the match with 24 kills and a .012 hitting percentage. Chloe Monson led Sam Houston offensively with seven kills, while Chelsea Butler added five and Faith Roulston contributed four. Brenlin Garlitz recorded 10 assists, and Shaelin White led the defensive effort with six digs.Â
Sam Houston kept the opening set competitive early, with the teams tied at 7-7 before WKU began to build its lead. The Bearkats finished the set with seven kills but were unable to keep pace with the Hilltoppers, who took the opener 25-18.Â
WKU carried its momentum into the second set, using a stronger offensive performance to take control. The Hilltoppers recorded 12 kills and hit .333 in the set, while Sam Houston finished with eight kills. WKU took the set 25-16 to move within one set of the match.Â
The Bearkats faced a difficult finish in the third set as WKU pulled away late. After building an early advantage, the Hilltoppers closed the match on a 17-1 run to secure the 25-8 set victory. WKU recorded 14 kills and hit .591 in the final set, while Sam Houston was limited to four kills.Â
WKU finished the match with 36 kills, a .387 hitting percentage, nine service aces and seven blocks. Sam Houston struggled to establish its offense against the Hilltoppers, who maintained pressure throughout the match.Â
The loss moves Sam Houston to 17-12 overall and 8-8 in Conference USA play. The Bearkats will now turn their attention to the Conference USA Tournament next week. The Tournament will be held at E.A. Diddle Arena in Bowling Green Kentucky.Â
