Ole Miss Volleyball isn’t just celebrating—it's making history. 50 years of the program, over 800 wins, and they're just getting started.
Rebels on the Rise
The Ole Miss Rebels have been on a tear, building a legacy that's no joke. With five NCAA Tournament appearances and a 2017 NIVC championship under their belt, they’ve put their stamp on the college volleyball map. And trust me, they’re not done yet.
Mokihana Tufono: A Name to Remember
Mokihana Tufono is the heartbeat of this team. The setter out of Aiea, Hawaii, isn’t just playing—she’s running the show. Last season? She racked up a jaw-dropping 1,173 assists, along with 286 digs and 60 blocks. She’s not just on the All-SEC Preseason Team for kicks. She earned it. And you could feel it coming.
Tufono, alongside her Rebels, is ready to kick off 2025 against Arkansas State in Atlanta. Expect fireworks.
The SEC Showdown
Preseason rankings have Ole Miss pegged at 10th in the 16-team SEC lineup. Just a point shy of Georgia, but let's be real—rankings are one thing, performance is another. And from there... all eyes will be on the Rebels.
The SEC is no easy playground, with Kentucky leading the pack, yet Ole Miss is set to disrupt. Tufono and her crew are on a mission to flip these predictions on their head.
As they gear up for another season, Ole Miss is more than a program; it’s a force. Nineteen All-SEC honorees, 16 AVCA All-Region players, and three All-Americans. And just like that, they're rewriting history.
With the support of fans and the Grove Collective, the next 50 years look just as promising. Ole Miss Volleyball is here to stay. Watch out, NCAA. That'll do it.
Source: si.com
