Sophomore outside hitter Hollann Hans, the 2016 AVCA South Region Freshman of the Year, rises to serve the ball. 

The Sam Houston State Bearkats finished with a 18-14 (10-6 SLC) record last season.

Sophomore business major Blake Clark and freshman dance sciences major Grace Bulkeley participate in yells before the first volleyball game of the year

Head coach Laurie Corbelli discusses the game plan with her junior middle blocker, Kaitlyn Blake.

The Aggies prepare for a serve from the Bearkats.

Senior outside hitter Kiara McGee led the Aggies with 3.15 kills per set last season.

Senior outside hitter Kiara McGee, freshman setter Camille Conner and junior middle blocker Kaitlyn Blake discuss their plan before the Bearkats serve. 

Freshman setter Camille Conner was named tournament MVP after recording 66 assists on the weekend. 

Senior libero Amy Nettles and senior defensive specialist converse during a stoppage in play.

Senior libero Amy Nettles and her teammates after winning the first set, 25-20.

Sophomore outside hitter Hollann Hans prepares to serve the ball to the Bearkats.

Sam Houston State head coach Brenda Grey talks to her team during a timeout.

Freshman setter Camille Conner celebrates with her teammates after scoring a crucial point. 

Junior middle blocker Kaitlyn Blake and senior outside hitter Kiara McGee rise up to attempt a block. 

Senior defensive specialist Gabby Litwin finished the game with three assists. 

Freshman setter Camille Conner led the Aggies on Friday night with an incredible 32 assists. 

Sophomore outside hitter Hollann Hans lead the Aggies on Friday night with two aces and also added 12 kills.

The 12th man hold up ones to signify only one more point until the Aggies win the set. 

Senior libero and two-time season dig leader Amy Nettles led her team with 12 digs against the Bearkats.