From packed gyms to family bragging rights to decades of state titles, players, coaches, and alumni explain why Mercy–Assumption isn’t just a rivalry — it’s the heartbeat of high school volleyball in Kentucky.

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WKYT) - After falling behind 2-0, Kentucky reverse sweeps Texas to capture the SEC Tournament Championship, beating the Longhorns 3-2. Kentucky is the first SEC Tournament champion in 20 years since the last tournament in 2005. This is also Kentucky’s 6th all-time SEC Tournament Title and first since 1988.

Kentucky has had an amazing season, winning both the Southeastern Conference regular season and tournament titles. The Cats enter the NCAA Tournament on a 22-match winning streak. UK head coach Craig Skinner knows that any team that makes the postseason can be dangerous.

The Texas Longhorns volleyball team had the Kentucky Wildcats at match point twice, but the Wildcats roared back to win final of the SEC Tournament.

The University of Kentucky Volleyball team took on the Tennessee Volunteers in the SEC Volleyball Tournament semifinals. Kentucky advances after a 3-1 win.