Kentucky Volleyball Overcomes Texas in Reverse Sweep to Secure SEC Title

Kentucky’s volleyball team achieved a significant milestone by defeating Texas, 3-2, in a thrilling match to win the 2025 SEC volleyball tournament title. This championship match took place on November 25, 2025, in Savannah, Georgia. The Wildcats demonstrated remarkable resilience by overcoming a 0-2 deficit to secure a reverse sweep against the Longhorns.

Overview of the 2025 SEC Volleyball Tournament

The tournament, hosted at the Enmarket Arena from November 21 to 25, 2025, marked the reinstatement of the SEC volleyball tournament after a two-decade absence. A total of 16 teams competed, seeded from one to 16 based on their performance during the regular season.

Tournament Schedule

• First Round: Friday, November 21
• Second Round: Saturday, November 22
• Quarterfinals: Sunday, November 23
• Semifinals: Monday, November 24
• Championship: Tuesday, November 25

Historical Context of the SEC Volleyball Tournament

This edition of the tournament was significant not only because of its competitive nature but also due to its history. The SEC women’s volleyball tournament originally began in 1979 but had been suspended since 2005. During this time, the tournament was hosted at various campus locations before transitioning to neutral sites.

Championship and Legacy

Kentucky clinched its first title in the tournament’s history back in 1979, defeating Tennessee. Over the years, the Florida Gators have dominated the tournament scene, winning 12 titles under the legendary coach Mary Wise. The team also secured the last championship before the tournament’s hiatus in 2005.

List of Champions from 1979 to 2025

With their recent victory, Kentucky secured an automatic bid to the 2025 NCAA tournament, showcasing their growth and potential in the competitive landscape of college volleyball.