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MVB Signs Tristan Rowley to 2027 Roster
May 27, 2026 | Men's Volleyball
MUNCIE, Ind. – As the Ball State men's volleyball team continues the beginning phase of its offseason following its 17th NCAA Semifinal appearance, the program announces the addition of outside hitter Tristan Rowley for the 2027 campaign.
A sophomore transfer from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES), Rowley was one of the top offensive standouts for the Hawks as the program finished its inaugural season in 2026 with an unbeaten (11-0) record at home as well as a Northeastern Conference (NEC) Championship Semifinal appearance (April 24). The Colorado native started in 20-of-24 matches played during his freshman season, totaling 234 kills (2.93 per set) on .318 hitting with 23 service aces (0.29 per set). On the defensive side, Rowley tallied 91 digs (1.14 per set) and 33 blocks (0.41 per set). His kill and ace averages ranked ninth in the NEC, while his hitting percentage ranked fifth. Rowley was awarded the league's Rookie of the Week honor on two occasions in 2026 (Feb. 3 and March 3).
A sophomore transfer from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES), Rowley was one of the top offensive standouts for the Hawks as the program finished its inaugural season in 2026 with an unbeaten (11-0) record at home as well as a Northeastern Conference (NEC) Championship Semifinal appearance (April 24). The Colorado native started in 20-of-24 matches played during his freshman season, totaling 234 kills (2.93 per set) on .318 hitting with 23 service aces (0.29 per set). On the defensive side, Rowley tallied 91 digs (1.14 per set) and 33 blocks (0.41 per set). His kill and ace averages ranked ninth in the NEC, while his hitting percentage ranked fifth. Rowley was awarded the league's Rookie of the Week honor on two occasions in 2026 (Feb. 3 and March 3).
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