CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas – Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Athletics has officially announced its promotional schedule for the 2026 Islanders Volleyball season.
The home slate for the Islanders features 10 promotional matches, which will offer fun experiences for A&M-Corpus Christi students, alumni, local youth and families from across the Coastal Bend in the form of community celebrations, student traditions, youth engagement opportunities and giveaways.
Fans can purchase
single-game tickets now and are encouraged to arrive early throughout the season to take advantage of giveaways and pregame activities. Promotional items are available while supplies last.
2026 Promotional Schedule
Friday, Sept. 4 – vs. UTEP
Home Opener / Islanders Classic Tournament
The Islanders 2026 home schedule kicks off with the Islanders Classic at the Dugan Wellness Center. Fans are invited for another exciting season of Islanders Volleyball and support the team throughout the weekend.
Saturday, Sept. 5 – vs. Texas State
Islanders Classic Tournament
The Islanders continue tournament action against Texas State at the Dugan Wellness Center.
Saturday, Sept. 26 – vs. McNeese State
Youth Volleyball Day
Youth Volleyball players and fans are invited to the Dugan Wellness Center for Youth Volleyball Day. The event will feature special meet & greet opportunities with Islanders players and post-game clinics.
Thursday, Oct. 1 – Houston Christian
Education Day
The Islanders welcome local students and educators to the Dugan Wellness Center for Education Day. The morning match will feature an exciting game-day experience designed to bring area students together to support Islanders Volleyball!
Saturday, Oct. 3 – vs. Incarnate Word
Family Weekend / Alumni Day
Islanders Athletics welcomes families and former volleyball student athletes back to campus for Family Weekend and Alumni Day. Fans can celebrate the Islanders community while supporting the team against UIW.
Thursday, Oct. 15 – vs. Lamar
Pink Game presented by Radiology Associates
The Islanders encourage fans to wear pink as Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Volleyball recognizes Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Free Islanders Pink shirts provided by Radiology Associates will be given out while supplies last.
Saturday, Oct. 17 - vs. Stephen F. Austin
Game Sponsor: Domino's Pizza
Faculty and Staff Appreciation / Camper Reunion
The Islanders recognize the faculty and staff who make our campus special while welcoming former campers back to the Dugan Wellness Center for a special reunion that includes postgame autographs and meet & greet opportunities with the players.
Thursday, Oct. 29 – vs. UTRGV
South Texas Showdown presented by Rally Credit Union
The rivalry returns to the Dugan Wellness Center! Don't miss one of the biggest matches of the year as the Islanders take on UTRGV! South Texas Showdown T-shirts sponsored by Rally Credit Union will be given out while supplies last.
Thursday, Nov. 5 – vs. Nicholls
Senior Night / Neon Night
Light up the Dugan Wellness Center and celebrate our senior class on Senior Night! Fans are encouraged to wear their brightest green and blue for Neon Night and Join us we honor the Islanders who left their mark on the Islanders program!
Saturday, Nov. 7 – vs. East Texas A&M
Izzy's Kids Club Day
Join us for Izzy's Kids Club presented by Sonic Day! Izzy's Kids Club members are invited back to join the Islanders as they face off against the Lions of East Texas A&M! Izzy's Kids Club members will have access to the High 5 tunnel, stand with the Islanders for the national anthem, and get autographs postgame!
Thursday – Sunday, Nov. 19 -22
Southland Conference Tournament
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders are the host of this year's 2026 Southland Conference Volleyball Championship. Tickets will be available at a later date.
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