University of Texas volleyball team preps for postseason run

Why it matters: UT's volleyball team is a perennial title contender, and Gregory — Texas' classy old gymnasium — is a fun, raucous, intimate place to watch a match.

• The band is brassy and a Bevo mascot pumps up the crowd — and tickets start at just $12.
• Pro tip: Bring earplugs.

Catch up quick: UT is led by high-flyers Madisen Skinner and Logan Eggleston and defensive whiz Zoe Fleck.

What's at stake: Texas can secure the Big 12 conference crown outright if it beats the No. 15 Bears.

What they're saying: "At this program, it's what we expect to do," Texas coach Jerritt Elliott said Wednesday, per the Austin American-Statesman. "It's easy to take for granted, but to be able to win … and to go through this and the emotional ups and downs that you have between 18- and 22-year-olds is difficult."

What's next: The 20-1 squad will very likely host NCAA tournament matches next month.