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ROCHESTER, Mich. \u2013 Oakland Volleyball announces its promotional schedule for the upcoming 2026 season. The Golden Grizzlies will host 12 matches, including four neutral-site tournament matches, in the OU Credit Union O’rena this year, with many exciting theme nights and promotions. Promotional highlights include:<\/p>\n
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Throwback Show Night, 10\/2 vs. Wright State<\/p>\n
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Family Game Night, 10\/3 vs. Northern Kentucky<\/p>\n
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Volloween, 10\/30 and 10\/31 vs. Milwaukee<\/p>\n
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Youth volleyball clubs and teams (ages 12 and under) are invited to experience game day with the Golden Grizzlies Volleyball program throughout the 2026 season.<\/p>\n
Clubs may receive special group ticket opportunities for players, coaches, and family members and participate in select game-day experiences throughout the season. To register your club or learn more, contact Emme at eplichta@oakland.edu<\/a>. Availability is limited and is filled on a first-come, first-served basis.<\/p>\n Tickets for the 2026 season will be on sale soon. For further ticket information about Oakland Volleyball home events, click HERE<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n AUGUST<\/p>\n Friday, August 22 vs. Black & Gold Scrimmage \u2013 5:00 PM Saturday, August 23 vs. Wayne State \u2013 2:00 PM
Friday, September 11 vs. UAB \u2013 10:00 AM Friday, September 11 \u2013 Montana vs. Eastern Michigan \u2013 12:00 PM Friday, September 11 \u2013 Eastern Michigan vs. UAB \u2013 5:00 PM Friday, September 11 vs. Montana \u2013 7:00 PM \u2013 Faculty and Staff Appreciation Day \/ Fan Appreciation Day Saturday, September 12 \u2013 UAB vs. Montana \u2013 12:00 PM Saturday, September 12 vs. Eastern Michigan \u2013 3:00 PM \u2013 Kid’s Day \/ Camper Reunion Day\u00a0 Friday, September 18 vs. Marist \u2013 2:00 PM\u00a0 Sunday, September 20 vs. Illinois State \u2013 2:00 PM
Friday, October 2 vs. Wright State \u2013 6:00 PM \u2013 Throwback Show Night Saturday, October 3 vs. Northern Kentucky \u2013 4:00 PM \u2013 Family Game Night Friday, October 9 vs. IU Indy \u2013 6:00 PM Saturday, October 10 vs. IU Indy \u2013 2:00 PM \u2013 Dig Pink Saturday, October 24 vs. Cleveland State \u2013 2:00 PM \u2013 Club Day Friday, October 30 vs. Milwaukee \u2013 6:00 PM \u2013 Volloween Weekend Saturday, October 31 vs. Milwaukee \u2013 2:00 PM \u2013 Volloween Weekend NOVEMBER<\/p>\n Saturday, November 7 vs. Youngstown State \u2013 4:00 PM \u2013 Senior Day \/ Alumnae Day How to Follow Oakland Volleyball: For complete information on Oakland Volleyball, follow the team on X at @OaklandWVB<\/a> and head coach Krista Rice<\/a> at @KKg1007<\/a>. The team is also on Instagram<\/a>.<\/p>\n
\nKick off the season with our annual intrasquad scrimmage. This free event gives fans a first look at this year’s team.<\/p>\n
\nJoin us for a non-conference exhibition matchup with Wayne State. Admission is free for all fans.<\/p>\n
\nSEPTEMBER<\/p>\n
\nCome support the team during this special morning match.<\/p>\n
\nNeutral site matchup as part of our weekend tournament action.<\/p>\n
\nAnother exciting tournament match featuring regional opponents.<\/p>\n
\nJoin us for the first home match of the season as we celebrate Oakland University faculty, staff, and Golden Grizzlies fans. OU faculty and staff receive free admission. Fans can enjoy the premiere of the team’s new hype video and special fan appreciation activities throughout the evening<\/p>\n
\nFinal neutral site tournament match of the weekend.<\/p>\n
\nA celebration for our youngest Golden Grizzlies fans. Children ages 12 and under receive free admission with a paying adult. Summer volleyball campers are invited back for Camper Reunion Day and will receive discounted admission. Stay after the match for a free youth volleyball clinic led by Oakland Volleyball student-athletes and coaches.<\/p>\n
\nJoin the Golden Grizzlies as they continue non-conference play against Marist.<\/p>\n
\nOakland wraps up tournament weekend action with a Sunday afternoon matchup against Illinois State.<\/p>\n
\nOCTOBER<\/p>\n
\nStep back into the era of classic TV favorites with a night inspired by iconic childhood shows from the 2000s and early 2010s. Fans can enjoy themed in-game entertainment, music, and visuals celebrating some of the most memorable series from growing up.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\nBring the entire family out to the Blacktop for an afternoon of volleyball and fun. Fans can enjoy family-friendly activities and a special board game giveaway while supplies last.<\/p>\n
\nContinue Horizon League action as the Golden Grizzlies host IU Indy.<\/p>\n
\nJoin Oakland Volleyball in supporting breast cancer awareness during the annual Dig Pink match. Fans who register for the Making Strides Walk receive free admission.<\/p>\n
\nLocal volleyball clubs are invited to attend and represent their teams. Club athletes ages 12 and under receive free admission with a paying adult. Following the match, fans can stay for a special postgame open serving session with Oakland Volleyball.<\/p>\n
\nCelebrate Halloween weekend with the Golden Grizzlies. Fans are encouraged to wear costumes and enjoy themed activities throughout the evening.<\/p>\n
\nContinue the Halloween festivities with an afternoon of volleyball and family-friendly fun inside the Blacktop.
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\nJoin us as we celebrate Oakland Volleyball’s senior class and welcome back former players for Alumnae Day.<\/p>\n