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From roster retention to the NCAA Tournament's arrival in Wichita, Director of Athletics Kevin Saal covers it all in a wide-ranging conversation to open the 2026-27 school year, plus a celebration of Shocker successes in bowling, women's tennis, and beyond.

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Chris Lamb is set to enter his __ season at the helm of Wichita State volleyball in 2026.

Think you know the answer? Scroll to the bottom to find out!

*All times CT

Saturday, Aug. 15
🏐 Volleyball @ Omaha (Exhibition) (Omaha, Neb.)

Saturday, Aug. 22
🏐 Volleyball vs. Kansas City @ 1 p.m. (Exhibition) | Tickets

Friday, Aug. 28
🏐 Volleyball vs. Stephen F. Austin | Shocker Volleyball Classic @ 6 p.m. | Tickets

Saturday, Aug. 29
🏐 Volleyball vs. Idaho State | Shocker Volleyball Classic @ 6 p.m. | Tickets

Sunday, Aug. 30
🏐 Volleyball vs. Missouri State | Shocker Volleyball Classic @ 12 p.m. | Tickets

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Answer: 27th.

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