Volleyball — Playoffs so far
2025 UIL Volleyball Regional Finals — Statewide Recap
November 12, 2025
Class 3A (Division I & II) — Regional Finals
The 3A regional finals wrapped the playoff road for small-school powerhouses, sending two dynamic teams from each division into the state tournament.
3A Division I: Goliad vs. Bushland — Goliad earned its spot in the state tournament with strong play on both sides of the net, relying on disciplined serve-receive and timely kills to finish out their regional bracket.
3A Division II: Clifton vs. Boyd — Boyd punched their ticket with a steady offense and block control that pressured opposing attackers throughout the match.
What stood out:
3A teams showed a mix of experience and emerging talent — with Goliad and Boyd using their balanced rosters to close sets, especially in late rallies where serving consistency made the difference.
Class 4A — Regional Finals
In 4A, the deep field of contenders condensed into a pair of state qualifiers:
4A Division I: Decatur vs. La Vernia — Decatur’s defense and control at the net helped them prevail, particularly in long rallies where they forced opponent errors.
4A Division II: Wimberley vs. Eagle Mountain — Wimberley’s aggressive serving and transition kills put them over the top, often swinging set momentum with service runs.
Key takeaway:
The 4A regional finals emphasized quick attacking schemes and strategic serving pressure — crucial in matches where errors were at a premium.
Class 5A — Regional Finals
The 5A regional finals featured several familiar state contenders locking in their postseason destinies:
5A Division I: Highland Park vs. College Station A&M Consolidated — Highland Park secured its state berth with disciplined offense and a knack for winning pivotal points late in sets.
5A Division II: Cedar Park vs. Argyle — Cedar Park’s strong passing and consistent blocking gave them the edge to advance.
Impact plays:
Both matches featured momentum shifts on serves and quick transitions — even passing-phase control proved decisive for teams moving on to Garland for state.
The highest classifications saw regional finalists settle into an explosive set of postseason matchups:
6A Division I: Northwest Nelson vs. Pearland Dawson — Northwest Nelson’s precision setting and depth of attackers helped secure their state spot.
6A Division II: Austin vs. Southlake Carroll — Southlake Carroll’s resilient play, especially in extended rallies, propelled them forward in a competitive regional showdown.
Momentum swings:
6A matches were highlighted by strong middle-attack efficiency and clutch serving runs that often flipped set momentum. Austin and Carroll both saw five-set battles, underscoring the high stakes and competitive balance in 6A regional play. University Interscholastic League
Why These Regional Finals Mattered
The regional finals are the gateway to Garland — the site of the later in November. Winners from 3A through 6A secured the right to compete on the big stage, where state titles are decided.
Physical play and disciplined serve-receive were vital across classifications.
Situational serving and blocking control often decided later sets.
Depth and consistency under pressure separated state qualifiers from runners-up in close matches.