University of Memphis Athletics
Friday, October 16
Memphis, Tenn.
6:30 p.m.
University of Memphis
vs
Temple
Memphis Volleyball Returns Home to Host Temple, East Carolina
Oct 15, 2026 | Volleyball
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The University of Memphis volleyball team returns home this weekend to host Temple and East Carolina in American Conference action. The Tigers face Temple on Friday, Oct. 16 at 6:30 p.m. before taking on East Carolina at noon on Sunday, Oct. 18. Both matches will stream live on ESPN+.
SCOUTING THE TIGERS
Memphis (6-11, 1-5 American) enters the weekend following four-set road losses to UAB and Rice. Senior Caitlyn Little led the Tiger offense last weekend with 34 kills, averaging 4.25 kills per set. Little leads the American in kills per set at 4.09 and has recorded 270 total kills this season. Sydney Marshall dished out 67 assists across eight sets last weekend, averaging 8.38 assists per set. Marshall ranks fourth in the American in assists per set at 9.14. Libero Abigail Schlueter, who ranks seventh in school history with 1,393 career digs, recorded 21 digs over the weekend. Schlueter ranks third in the conference in digs per set at 3.44.
SCOUTING TEMPLE & EAST CAROLINA
Temple (11-7, 3-3 American) split its last two matches, falling to Florida Atlantic before defeating North Texas in five sets. Christiana Greene, an American Conference Honorable Mention selection this week, logged 47 kills across 10 sets, averaging 4.70 per set last weekend. Lexi Yoza dished out 76 assists in those two matches, averaging 7.60 per set. Yoza ranks ninth in the American in assists per set at 7.10. Khenedi Guest added 11 kills and five service aces last weekend, placing her in the top 10 in the conference in aces.
East Carolina (12-6, 5-1 American) swept Charlotte before dropping a five-set decision to Florida Atlantic for its first conference loss. Ellie Pate, the American Offensive Player of the Week, posted 37 kills averaging 4.63 per set with a .311 hitting percentage last weekend. Pate ranks second in the American in kills per set at 3.82, directly behind Little. Taryn Gilreath recorded 81 assists in ECU's two matches, averaging 10.13 per set, and ranks second in the conference at 9.73 assists per set. Defense at the net is anchored by Kail Bailey, who ranks fourth in the conference in blocks per set at 1.06. East Carolina will face UAB on Friday before heading to Memphis on Sunday.
THE SERIES BETWEEN THE OWLS & PIRATES
Friday marks the 24th meeting between Memphis and Temple, with the Tigers holding a 14-9 series advantage. While the Owls won the sole matchup last season, Memphis has won the last three meetings played on its home court.
Memphis and East Carolina will square off for the 41st time on Sunday, with Memphis leading the all-time series 26-14. The teams split two meetings in 2025, with Memphis winning a four-set match in Greenville, North Carolina and ECU winning in Memphis.
Season Tickets Available Now
The 2026 season tickets are now on sale. Fans can purchase season tickets by visiting HERE.
Season tickets start at $75 plus fees with general admission chairback and floor seating options available. If you are interested in Libero Row floor seating, please contact the Memphis Athletic Fund at maf@memphis.edu for more information.
HOW TO FOLLOW THE TIGERS
For complete information on Memphis Tigers Volleyball, visit www.GoTigersGo.com and follow the team's social media channels on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.
SCOUTING THE TIGERS
Memphis (6-11, 1-5 American) enters the weekend following four-set road losses to UAB and Rice. Senior Caitlyn Little led the Tiger offense last weekend with 34 kills, averaging 4.25 kills per set. Little leads the American in kills per set at 4.09 and has recorded 270 total kills this season. Sydney Marshall dished out 67 assists across eight sets last weekend, averaging 8.38 assists per set. Marshall ranks fourth in the American in assists per set at 9.14. Libero Abigail Schlueter, who ranks seventh in school history with 1,393 career digs, recorded 21 digs over the weekend. Schlueter ranks third in the conference in digs per set at 3.44.
SCOUTING TEMPLE & EAST CAROLINA
Temple (11-7, 3-3 American) split its last two matches, falling to Florida Atlantic before defeating North Texas in five sets. Christiana Greene, an American Conference Honorable Mention selection this week, logged 47 kills across 10 sets, averaging 4.70 per set last weekend. Lexi Yoza dished out 76 assists in those two matches, averaging 7.60 per set. Yoza ranks ninth in the American in assists per set at 7.10. Khenedi Guest added 11 kills and five service aces last weekend, placing her in the top 10 in the conference in aces.
East Carolina (12-6, 5-1 American) swept Charlotte before dropping a five-set decision to Florida Atlantic for its first conference loss. Ellie Pate, the American Offensive Player of the Week, posted 37 kills averaging 4.63 per set with a .311 hitting percentage last weekend. Pate ranks second in the American in kills per set at 3.82, directly behind Little. Taryn Gilreath recorded 81 assists in ECU's two matches, averaging 10.13 per set, and ranks second in the conference at 9.73 assists per set. Defense at the net is anchored by Kail Bailey, who ranks fourth in the conference in blocks per set at 1.06. East Carolina will face UAB on Friday before heading to Memphis on Sunday.
THE SERIES BETWEEN THE OWLS & PIRATES
Friday marks the 24th meeting between Memphis and Temple, with the Tigers holding a 14-9 series advantage. While the Owls won the sole matchup last season, Memphis has won the last three meetings played on its home court.
Memphis and East Carolina will square off for the 41st time on Sunday, with Memphis leading the all-time series 26-14. The teams split two meetings in 2025, with Memphis winning a four-set match in Greenville, North Carolina and ECU winning in Memphis.
Season Tickets Available Now
The 2026 season tickets are now on sale. Fans can purchase season tickets by visiting HERE.
Season tickets start at $75 plus fees with general admission chairback and floor seating options available. If you are interested in Libero Row floor seating, please contact the Memphis Athletic Fund at maf@memphis.edu for more information.
HOW TO FOLLOW THE TIGERS
For complete information on Memphis Tigers Volleyball, visit www.GoTigersGo.com and follow the team's social media channels on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.
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