Froehlich, Matias Earn Pac-12 Weekly Volleyball Honors
The Oregon State duo claimed conference weekly awards after leading the team to three consecutive match victories.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Volleyball
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Oregon State University volleyball players AC Froehlich and Jackie Matias have been named Pac-12 offensive player of the week and setter of the week, respectively. Their performance helped the Beavers secure wins against Texas State, Fresno State, and Utah State.
Why it matters
These individual accolades highlight the key roles both athletes played in maintaining the Beavers' strong 6-2 conference record. The recognition underscores the team's momentum as they look toward upcoming home matches in Corvallis.
Froehlich recorded 25 kills and 6 digs against Utah State, while Matias tallied 53 assists and 17 digs in the same match. This success contributes to Oregon State's current 11-8 overall season record.
The players
AC Froehlich
She is an Oregon State University volleyball athlete who has secured three offensive player of the week honors this season.
Jackie Matias
She is an Oregon State University volleyball setter who has earned four conference weekly awards during the 2026 campaign.
The details
Froehlich logged 14 kills against Fresno State and added a service ace during the victory over Utah State. Matias provided consistent playmaking, recording 40 assists against Fresno State and earning a double-double against Utah State.
Timeline
Oregon State faces Gonzaga on October 29, 2026.
The team plays Colorado State on October 31, 2026.
The Pac-12 conference tournament occurs November 24-26, 2026.
Season Trajectory
The Beavers' current 6-2 conference standing and recent three-game win streak place them in a favorable position for the upcoming postseason. Their momentum leading into the Pac-12 conference tournament reflects a critical push to secure a higher seed for the final event in November.
Fans can look for these two leaders to anchor the rotation as the Beavers host Gonzaga and Colorado State at Gill Coliseum this week. Their statistical production in recent wins suggests they will remain central to the team's offensive scheme for the remainder of the schedule.
The takeaway
Consistent performances from key starters like Froehlich and Matias are essential for maintaining a strong home-court advantage. Fans should monitor roster availability ahead of the back-to-back home matches scheduled for late October.
Further reading
For more on the team's season, visit the Volleyball page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Albany Democrat-Herald.
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