Arlington Baptist University Volleyball

Our first Fast Fours winners of summer 2026!

Welcome Back, Coach Reese Ness! 🏐

Arlington Baptist University Athletics is excited to welcome back Coach Reese Ness as the newest Assistant Volleyball Coach and Sports Information Director.

A proud ABU alumna and 2025 graduate, Reese returns to the ABU volleyball Program after a collegiate career under Head Coach Kristi McDaniel from 2021–2025. During her time as a Patriot, Reese was a part of the 2024 NCCAA DII National Championship team.

Originally from East Texas and a graduate of Gilmer High School’s Class of 2021, Reese chose Arlington Baptist University to continue both her academic and volleyball career. Since then, she has built valuable experience both on and off the court through years of coaching and leadership.

In her new role as Assistant Volleyball Coach, Reese brings a strong understanding of the program’s culture, a passion for player development both athletically and spiritually, and firsthand experience competing at the collegiate level. In addition to coaching, she will also serve as Sports Information Director, bringing her knowledge and creativity to ABU Athletics.

Please join us in welcoming Coach Reese Ness back home to ABU Athletics!

We are beyond excited to welcome Coach Larry Tidwell as our new Director of Athletics at ABU! We look forward to the leadership, vision, and impact he will bring as we continue building the future of ABU Athletics. Here’s to an exciting new chapter!

Calling all ABU volleyball alumni! 🏐🎉

It’s time to hit the court again for our Alumni Volleyball Game on August 8, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. Come reconnect with teammates, relive the memories, and compete for bragging rights one more time!

We would LOVE to see all of our former ABU players there, so grab your volleyball shoes and come join the fun!

Please RSVP to Coach McDaniel or send us a message. We can’t wait to see everyone back in the gym!

Happy Happy Birthday to our Brit!🥳🎂

Awards Chapel! Congratulations to all these students who went above and beyond!

Marcus Lowthorp Scholarship — Julian Palm

David Clogston Scholarship — Paris Beard

Donna Bruton Ellsworth Scholarship Fund — Angelica Rios

James Heavin Family Scholarship — Madeline Lee

Zeke Taylor Memorial Scholarship — Landon Brown

Wayne Martin Citizenship Award — Tara Tacket, Keith Watkins

Wayne Martin Honor Graduate Award (Valedictorian) — Carlos Munoz
Wayne Martin Honor Graduate Award (Salutatorian) — Britney Gilchrist

Fruit of the Spirit Award — Makena Stone, Keith Watkins

Cum Laude — Damian Angel, Kyra Cerda, Rachel Edwards, Corbyn Torti, Jordan Williams

Magna Cum Laude — Aubri Gonzalez, Aaryn Medina, Dade Skinner, Tara Tacket

Summa Cum Laude — Britney Gilchrist, Carlos Munoz

Another one for today, hello to Dyna❤️

Welcome to the Patriot family Abigale🥳

A big welcome to Kayla!❤️

Happy (late) 21st birthday, TT! 🥳