Posted: Nov 21, 2025

WBU Volleyball Signs 13 to 2026 Class

WALNUT RIDGE, Ark. (11/21/25) – The Williams Baptist University volleyball program has signed 13 new players to join the team in 2026, head coach Justin Dee announced on Thursday.

This season's signing class features 12 freshman and one sophomore transfer, bringing a fresh look to the court for the Lady Eagles

"Proverbs 29:18 says 'Where there is no vision, the people perish," said WBU head coach Justin Dee. "We have a vision to make this program a top volleyball destination in the state. These wonderful young ladies are the foundation of a Christ-Centered, team-first, winning culture that the program and university community will embrace."

Jaycie Cook headlines the class as the only collegiate transfer. Cook played her freshman season at WBU in 2024. The setter averaged 5.93 assists per set in 29 matches played for Williams.

The class features 10 players from the state of Arkansas, two from Tennessee, and one from Texas.

2025 WBU VOLLEYBALL SIGNING CLASS

Jaycie Cook - S, Cabot High School, Cabot, Ark.

Ava Bates - MB, Greene County Tech High School, Paragould, Ark.

Hannah Campbell - DS/L, Berryville High School, Berryville, Ark.

Taivia Williams - MB, Beebe High School, Beebe, Ark.

Casey Kaluhikaua - S, Heritage High School, McKinney, Tex.

Ella Williams - OH/MB, Heber Springs High School, Heber Springs, Ark.

Ashlyn Ussery - L/DS, Brookland High School, Brookland, Ark.

Cassie Carlson - OH, Harrisburg High School, Wynne, Ark.

Jordan Nation - OH/DS, Beebe High School, Beebe, Ark.

Mackenzie Griffin - S, Liberty University Online Academy, Thomson Station, Tenn.