Dakota State University (DSU) is set to kick off its 2026 volleyball season with three matches at the Paradise Volleyball Classic in Hawaii. Under the leadership of head coach Amy Veenhof, who has the most victories in the program鈥檚 history, the Trojans will compete in 22 Frontier Conference matches and host 12 home games. The season begins in Honolulu on August 14, followed by a series of both home and away contests leading up to the Frontier Conference tournament in November.

By the Numbers
  • The Trojans will play three matches in Hawaii to start the season.
  • There are 22 Frontier Conference matches scheduled, including 12 home games at DSU Fieldhouse.
State of Play
  • DSU opens its season against Embry-Riddle on August 14 and will follow with two matches on August 15.
  • The team then returns for its home opener against Dakota Wesleyan on August 26.
What's Next

After the initial matches in Hawaii, DSU will transition to face regional teams starting with the Siouxland Invitational on August 22 and continue building towards the Frontier Conference tournament in mid-November.

Bottom Line

As DSU embarks on its 2026 volleyball journey, a focus on strong performance against tough competition will be crucial for securing a place in the upcoming NAIA Women鈥檚 Volleyball National Tournament.