MONTEVALLO, Ala. – The University of Montevallo women's volleyball team returns to Central State Bank Arena on Tuesday, Oct. 27, for a crucial Gulf South Conference matchup against Trevecca Nazarene. First serve is scheduled for 6 p.m.

The Falcons (17-7, 9-4 GSC) enter Tuesday's contest looking to bounce back from a four-set loss to No. 1 Alabama Huntsville on Thursday, Oct. 22. Prior to the setback, Montevallo had won six consecutive matches, including four straight victories at home.

With the regular season winding down, Tuesday's matchup carries significant implications for the GSC standings. Trevecca Nazarene (13-11, 10-4 GSC) currently holds a half-game advantage over Montevallo in the conference standings, making the contest especially important as both teams battle for positioning in the GSC Championship.


FALCONS TO WATCH

Montevallo enters Tuesday's contest with a 5-2 record at Central State Bank Arena and has established itself as one of the conference's productive offensive teams.

The Falcons have totaled 1,143 kills this season, averaging 12.99 kills per set while posting a .219 hitting percentage. Montevallo has also recorded 178 service aces, averaging 2.02 per set.

Katie Wilkerson leads the Falcons offensively with 279 kills, averaging 3.17 per set while hitting .252. Eliza Tyrrell follows with 256 kills and a .267 hitting percentage, while Mallory Hulsey has added 182 kills.

Lilly Singleton has been an efficient presence at the net, recording 124 kills with a team-leading .330 hitting percentage. Singleton also leads the Falcons with 48 total blocks.

Blakeley Robbins and Lily Erdal have directed the Montevallo offense throughout the season, combining for 910 assists. Robbins leads the team with 509 assists, while Erdal has contributed 401.

Defensively, Ava Wind has been a key contributor for the Falcons, totaling 455 digs and averaging 5.17 per set. Wind also leads Montevallo with 32 service aces, followed by Ellie Scharlow and Singleton with 30 each.


SCOUTING THE OPPOSITION

Trevecca Nazarene enters Tuesday's contest riding a three-match winning streak after recording consecutive three-set victories over Auburn-Montgomery, Christian Brothers and Union.

The Trojans most recently defeated Union, 3-0, on Saturday, Oct. 24, recording 42 kills and a .259 hitting percentage in the victory.

Katilyn Grant led Trevecca with 15 kills while hitting .500 against the Bulldogs. Emma Schnitzer added nine kills, while Isabella Sherrod contributed seven.

On the season, Grant leads the Trojans with 279 kills and a .345 hitting percentage, averaging 3.36 kills per set. Schnitzer follows with 235 kills, while Kayla Bullard has contributed 122.

Brynne Krangnes leads the Trevecca offense with 739 assists, averaging 8.90 per set. She also has 27 service aces and 183 digs.

Defensively, Lily Vanbebber has recorded a team-high 405 digs, averaging 4.88 per set. Jordan Hunt leads the Trojans at the net with 61 total blocks.

As a team, Trevecca averages 12.28 kills per set with a .170 hitting percentage. The Trojans have also recorded 145 service aces and average 16.92 digs per set.


SERIES HISTORY

Tuesday's contest marks the second meeting between the Falcons and Trojans this season.

Trevecca claimed the first matchup, 3-0, on Oct. 6 in Nashville, Tenn., winning by set scores of 25-23, 25-21 and 25-18.

Montevallo will look to even the season series on its home floor while strengthening its position in the GSC standings.


MATCH INFORMATION
Opponent: Trevecca Nazarene (13-11, 10-4 GSC)
Date: Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026
Time: 6 p.m. CT
Location: Central State Bank Arena – Montevallo, Ala.
Montevallo Record: 17-7 (9-4 GSC)
Trevecca Nazarene Record: 13-11 (10-4 GSC)