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The University of Mississippi Athletics
Sunday, November 8
Oxford, Miss.
2 PM
Ole Miss
8-16,2-11SEC
1
vs
3
Arkansas
13-11,5-8SEC
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Final F |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | 25 | 22 | 25 | 25 | 3 |
| Ole Miss | 20 | 25 | 22 | 14 | 1 |
11/8/2026 | Volleyball
OXFORD, Miss. – Despite showing grit and taking the second set, the Ole Miss volleyball program were unable to hold off Arkansas, falling 3-1, on Sunday afternoon at the Gillom Athletics Performance Center.
Jorda Crook led the way for the Rebels (8-16, 2-11 SEC) with 13 kills, three blocks and two service aces, while Shayla Meyer added a double-double of 12 kills and 11 digs on .310 hitting. Vivianna Samaniego added 37 assists and 10 digs, while Rileigh Butler notched a career-high 15 digs against the Razorbacks (13-11, 5-8 SEC).
Sunday's contest proved to be a back-and-forth affair, with solid blocking on both ends resulting in an early 10-10 tie. Despite multiple blocks from Keirstyn Carlton, the Rebels were unable to hold off a small Razorback run, falling into an 18-12 hole. Two big swings by Melia Johnson and a kill from Meyer helped the Rebels fight back to make it 21-18, but Arkansas would hang on and win, 25-20.
Needing a response, the Rebels got it from Crook, who tallied five early kills to make it 7-7. Ryea Jackson helped the Rebels jump out ahead with a 3-0 run, tallying a kill and block to make it 10-8. While Arkansas rallied to tie the set at 12-12, the Rebels found another gear, going on a 6-2 run. Blocking was the catalyst, as Carlton, Crook and Jaidyn Hartsfield all got involved to help hold Arkansas to .057 hitting in the set. Several Arkansas errors piled up, as Ole Miss earned four set points, before finally converting on another block and winning the set, 25-22.
Despite taking the second set, the Rebels found themselves in an early 10-6 hole in the third set. The Rebels were able to push back though, behind six more kills from Crook and pair of key swings from Hartsfield to come all the way back and tie the set at 20-20. Despite two strong swings from Meyer and Hartsfield, the Razorbacks were able to capitalize on some Rebel mistakes and managed to take the crucial third set, 25-22.
Another service ace by Crook and three kills from Meyer got the Rebels going in the fourth set, but the visitors were able to find some late momentum before the technical timeout, leading 15-10. That proved to be enough as Arkansas managed to keep the Rebels at arm's length for the remainder of the set, winning 25-14.
The Rebels are set for the final regular season road trip of the season next weekend, traveling to No. 13 Texas for a Friday night matchup. The match starts at 6:30 p.m. CT and will be streamed via SEC Network Plus.
Fans can continue to show support for the Rebels by joining the ACE Club. Funds from the ACE Club are a major component in helping the Ole Miss volleyball program compete at the highest level. For more information and to donate, click here.
Get rewarded for attending events by joining Rebel Rewards powered by Coca-Cola, the official fan loyalty program of the Ole Miss Rebels. Download the Ole Miss Sports mobile app, sign up for a Rebel Rewards account, and start earning points immediately that can be redeemed for exclusive prizes and experiences.
Keep up with all the latest news and information on the Rebels by following Ole Miss Volleyball on X at @OleMissVB, on Instagram at @olemissvb and on Facebook at Ole Miss Volleyball. See exclusive photo and video content from behind the scenes and connect in real time with everything Ole Miss.
Jorda Crook led the way for the Rebels (8-16, 2-11 SEC) with 13 kills, three blocks and two service aces, while Shayla Meyer added a double-double of 12 kills and 11 digs on .310 hitting. Vivianna Samaniego added 37 assists and 10 digs, while Rileigh Butler notched a career-high 15 digs against the Razorbacks (13-11, 5-8 SEC).
Sunday's contest proved to be a back-and-forth affair, with solid blocking on both ends resulting in an early 10-10 tie. Despite multiple blocks from Keirstyn Carlton, the Rebels were unable to hold off a small Razorback run, falling into an 18-12 hole. Two big swings by Melia Johnson and a kill from Meyer helped the Rebels fight back to make it 21-18, but Arkansas would hang on and win, 25-20.
Needing a response, the Rebels got it from Crook, who tallied five early kills to make it 7-7. Ryea Jackson helped the Rebels jump out ahead with a 3-0 run, tallying a kill and block to make it 10-8. While Arkansas rallied to tie the set at 12-12, the Rebels found another gear, going on a 6-2 run. Blocking was the catalyst, as Carlton, Crook and Jaidyn Hartsfield all got involved to help hold Arkansas to .057 hitting in the set. Several Arkansas errors piled up, as Ole Miss earned four set points, before finally converting on another block and winning the set, 25-22.
Despite taking the second set, the Rebels found themselves in an early 10-6 hole in the third set. The Rebels were able to push back though, behind six more kills from Crook and pair of key swings from Hartsfield to come all the way back and tie the set at 20-20. Despite two strong swings from Meyer and Hartsfield, the Razorbacks were able to capitalize on some Rebel mistakes and managed to take the crucial third set, 25-22.
Another service ace by Crook and three kills from Meyer got the Rebels going in the fourth set, but the visitors were able to find some late momentum before the technical timeout, leading 15-10. That proved to be enough as Arkansas managed to keep the Rebels at arm's length for the remainder of the set, winning 25-14.
The Rebels are set for the final regular season road trip of the season next weekend, traveling to No. 13 Texas for a Friday night matchup. The match starts at 6:30 p.m. CT and will be streamed via SEC Network Plus.
Fans can continue to show support for the Rebels by joining the ACE Club. Funds from the ACE Club are a major component in helping the Ole Miss volleyball program compete at the highest level. For more information and to donate, click here.
Get rewarded for attending events by joining Rebel Rewards powered by Coca-Cola, the official fan loyalty program of the Ole Miss Rebels. Download the Ole Miss Sports mobile app, sign up for a Rebel Rewards account, and start earning points immediately that can be redeemed for exclusive prizes and experiences.
Keep up with all the latest news and information on the Rebels by following Ole Miss Volleyball on X at @OleMissVB, on Instagram at @olemissvb and on Facebook at Ole Miss Volleyball. See exclusive photo and video content from behind the scenes and connect in real time with everything Ole Miss.
Players Mentioned
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/ Volleyball
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/ Volleyball
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/ Volleyball
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/ VolleyballTeam Stats
AR
UM
Kills
54
52
Errors
19
27
Attempts
129
134
Hitting %
.271
.187
Points
73.0
64.5
Assists
50
51
Aces
5
3
Blocks
14
9.5
Game Leaders
Kills
13
Aces
2
Blocks
3
Kills
12
Aces
0
Blocks
1
Kills
9
Aces
0
Blocks
4
Kills
7
Aces
0
Blocks
0
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