Composed of 32 competitive players, the Missouri women’s club volleyball offers both competitive play and a team environment where skills and connections can flourish. The team is led by an executive board of seven members who work to provide a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.
Missouri women’s club volleyball is part of the NCVF Women’s Collegiate Club Volleyball program and competes in the Midwest Plains Volleyball Conference. The team plays at the Division I level against other club programs from universities.
“We got third in the nation, both our A team and B team,” senior member Hailey Pritchett said. “[We] win so much and just have so much fun cheering each other on.”
Last year, members attended the 2025 NCVF Volleyball Championships on April 17-19 in Phoenix, Arizona. This tournament attracted many collegiate club teams from around the country, enabling players to showcase their skills while representing their respective schools.
“A highlight that was really fun [was] just getting to be with everyone and roam around downtown Phoenix,” risk manager Kyra Hockman said.
Club practices are every Sunday, Monday and Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the north courts of the MizzouRec. Sessions include drills and scrimmages, providing athletes with an opportunity to refine their skills and reacquaint themselves with the game.
“This is a new team for everybody,” junior club president Emma Rink said. “So just the basics and just getting to know each other, and just starting back at the fundamentals and working our way up.”
The club’s semester dues are about $300 for the A team, depending on tournament locations, and $200 for the C team. A practice squad is also available with dues of about $50. The club is a no-cut program, meaning anyone is welcome to try out and play.
“The finances fluctuate depending on where we go, or various travel expenses, whether or not we can book hotels, or if we stay in a girl’s house, if their parents are willing to let us stay there,” junior club treasurer Claire Smith said.
The club participates in numerous community service activities, including volunteering at food banks. One in particular is the Ronald McDonald House, which is a non-profit organization in Columbia where members contribute their time to support families and individuals in need.
“We made little food baskets with various snacks for everyone at the Ronald McDonald House, and we dropped them off, and they were so appreciative,” Smith said. “I [said], ‘Oh my gosh, I feel like we’re doing something good.’”
Club members participate in a variety of team-bonding activities, including spending weekends together, attending matches to cheer on Mizzou’s volleyball team and staying active in group chats to coordinate meals and social outings.
“These are the people you’re so comfortable with, so it’s so fun to see them,” social media chair Ella Morgan said. “We just do lots of little random side quests. We really enjoy each other, so it’s really fun.”
The club held its first practice on Sept. 20. During their practice, members played mini scrimmages with each other on the court and introduced new members to the club’s routines and expectations.
“I’m excited. I’ve been looking forward to [practice] kind of all week because I like this for the girls, and I’m just excited to see how it goes,” first-year Dani Hecht said.
The club will open its season at home on Oct. 4, hosting its first tournament of the year. The event will feature matchups against teams from Arkansas, Truman State, St. Louis University and Missouri State.
“I’m looking forward to just getting back on the court and playing [while] making friendships with all the girls and just making memories that will last a lifetime,” first-year Kiley Bentley said.
Mizzou women’s club volleyball offers the ability to cultivate both on and off the court. With a strong foundation of dedicated players and leaders, the team helps members build valuable skills, foster friendships and create opportunities to form lasting connections.