ORLANDO - UCF volleyball has announced its promotional schedule ahead of the 2026 campaign, its second under the direction of head coach Matt Botsford after a foundational first year in charge. Below is a current list of promotions that fans can expect throughout the season, along with important information for matchdays.
PROMOTIONAL SCHEDULE
Friday, August 28: Robert Morris (7 pm) - Opening Knight
- The Knights get the 2026 campaign underway against Robert Morris, the first match in an action-packed Black & Gold Classic weekend. It will be fans' first chance to see the Knights in action.
Saturday, August 29: Stony Brook (4 pm) - Autographs/Freshman Poster Giveaway
- Following the conclusion of the match, fans will have the chance to meet the student-athletes, get autographs and collect both the team and a special edition freshman poster. Fans will line up between sections 101 and 102 before being escorted to the bottom floor of The Venue.
Sunday, September 30: NC State (2 pm) - Love Island Knight
- Spend a day at the villa with UCF volleyball as they take on the Wolfpack to close out the Black & Gold Classic. A hot new giveaway will enter the villa, as the first 200 fans will collect a Love Island themed UCF water bottle.
Wednesday, September 9: Stetson (6 pm) - Dig For a Cure
- UCF Volleyball invites fans to honor anyone in their life who is fighting or has fought life's courageous battles.
Saturday, September 12: Virginia (2 pm) - Autographs/Sophomore Poster Giveaway | Space Game #1
- Embark on the first Space Game of the season as the Citronauts take on the Cavaliers. Fans are encouraged to wear canaveral blue/SpaceU attire.
- Following the conclusion of the match, fans will have the chance to meet the student-athletes, get autographs and collect both the team and a special edition sophomore poster. Fans will line up between sections 101 and 102 before being escorted to the bottom floor of The Venue.
Thursday, September 24: Kansas State (6 pm) - Greek Knight
- UCF’s Greek organizations will be invited to The Venue for the Knights’ Big 12 opener against the Wildcats. The sorority/fraternity with the highest attendance at the match will receive pizza at their tailgate for the UCF vs. TCU football game on September 26.
Friday, October 9: Cincinnati (6 pm) - Hispanic Heritage Knight
- In association with UCF student government, the Knights will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month against the Bearcats.
Sunday, October 11: Kansas (2 pm) - Autographs/Junior Poster Giveaway | Space Game #2
- Embark on the second Space Game of the season as the Citronauts take on the Jayhawks. Fans are encouraged to wear canaveral blue/SpaceU attire.
- Following the conclusion of the match, fans will have the chance to meet the student-athletes, get autographs and collect both the team and a special edition junior poster. Fans will line up between sections 101 and 102 before being escorted to the bottom floor of The Venue.
Sunday, October 18: West Virginia (1 pm) - Kids Day
- Knightros Kids Club and the UCF volleyball camper reunion will connect the program with future generations as the Black and Gold face the Mountaineers. Local club volleyball organizations will also be invited to The Venue for an action-packed day.
Sunday, November 8: Houston (2 pm) - Space Game #3
- Embark on the third Space Game of the season as the Citronauts take on the Cougars. Fans are encouraged to wear canaveral blue/SpaceU attire.
Sunday, November 22: Colorado (1 pm) - Senior Knight/Autographs/Senior Poster Giveaway
- UCF volleyball will honor its seniors with a pre-match ceremony and special features on each of the student-athletes throughout the match.
- Following the conclusion of the match, fans will have the chance to meet the student-athletes, get autographs and collect both the team and a special edition junior poster. Fans will line up between sections 101 and 102 before being escorted to the bottom floor of The Venue.
Wednesday, November 25: BYU (1:30 pm) - Friendsgiving
- Celebrate friends and gratitude as the Knights take on the Cougars a day before Thanksgiving.
SEASON-LONG PROMOTIONS
- T-Shirt for Aces: Grab an ace sheet at the marketing table, located on the second-floor of The Venue, for a chance to win a UCF T-shirt after each Knight ace.
- Poster-making or bow-making table: Fans can design their own UCF Volleyball poster or make their own hair-bow at the marketing table.
STUDENT TICKET INFORMATION
Student Section - Students can either sit in section 101 or stand in the Knightmare Student Section underneath the videoboard.
Block Box - Available at the concession stand located by section 105, the Blocks Box will include a hot dog, a one-ounce bag of chips, rotating treats and a bottle of water, for $5.
SPACE GAMES
Saturday, September 12 (2 pm) vs VirginiaSunday, October 11 (1 pm) vs KansasSunday, November 8 (1 pm) vs Houston
POST-MATCH AUTOGRAPHS
- Saturday, August 29 (4 pm) vs Stony Brook - Freshmen Poster
- Saturday, September 12 (2 pm) vs Virginia - Sophomore Poster
- Sunday, October 11 (1 pm) vs Kansas - Junior Poster
- Sunday, November 22 (1 pm) vs Colorado - Senior Poster
About UCF Athletics
UCF is a proud member of the Big 12 Conference. Our mission is to positively transform the lives of our students academically, athletically, and personally through a nationally competitive intercollegiate athletics program that enhances the reputation and visibility of the University. We strive to be Florida's preeminent athletic program representing UCF and our community with distinction on the national stage as "Orlando's Hometown Team". To learn more about UCF and Athletics, please visit our websites at www.ucf.edu and www.ucfknights.com.