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College volleyball is exploding, and SMU is at the center of its biggest ever event
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk Lia Assimakopoulos, The Dallas Morning News , as published by Waco Tribune-Herald
· August 26, 2026
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Key points The sport's popularity is evident in the rankings, with Texas being home to three of the top Division I teams. These teams are among the highest-ranked entering the 2026 season.
College volleyball is experiencing significant growth, with a major event centered around SMU. The sport's popularity is evident in the rankings, with Texas being home to three of the top Division I teams. These teams are among the highest-ranked entering the 2026 season.
Texas boasts several top-ranked teams, including No. 2 Texas. The state's strong presence in college volleyball is notable, with multiple teams ranked highly.
Further information about this event and the teams involved can be found through the source publication, which provides more details about the growth of college volleyball and its prominent teams.
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Category: News Published: August 26, 2026 Source: Waco Tribune-Herald Reading time: 1 min
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