The third round gets underway at the 2024 NCAA Women’s Volleyball Championships with a Thursday afternoon matchup between the 3rd-seeded Kentucky Wildcats and No. 7 Missouri Tigers. The match is scheduled to start at 1 p.m. ET with TV coverage on ESPN2 and streaming on-demand.
How to watch: Live streams of the Kentucky vs. Missouri match are available from FuboTV (free trial), SlingTV (low intro rate) and DirecTV Stream (free trial).
SlingTV is currently offering a 50% discount for the first month, with a starting price of $20 for a full month of live TV.
For a limited time, FuboTV is offering $30 off the first month after the free trial period. With the $30 offer, plans start at $49.99 per month.
#3 Kentucky Wildcats vs. #7 Missouri Tigers
NCAA women’s volleyball 3rd round matchup at a glance
As the No. 7 seed in their region, the Tigers are the highest-seed left among the 16 teams competing in the third round of the NCAA Women’s Volleyball Championships. Missouri swept Texas State (3-0) in the first round and sprung an upset over No. 2 SMU (3-1) in the second round to set up a match with the Wildcats. Kentucky swept Cleveland State in its opener and took down No. 6 Minnesota (3-1) in the second round. The winner of this matchup will play the winner of the Round of 16 match between No. 1 Pittsburgh and No. 4 Oregon.
NCAA Women’s Volleyball Championships: Know your live streaming options
FuboTV (free trial) – excellent viewer experience with a huge library of live sports content; monthly rate starts at $49.99 after $30 discount offer.
SlingTV (low intro rate) – currently offering a 50% discount for the first month, with a starting price of $20 for a full month of live TV.
DirecTV Stream (free trial) – standard 7-day free trial is still the longest in streaming
The Wildcats and Tigers are set for a 1 p.m. ET start on ESPN2. Live streams are available from FuboTV (free trial), DirecTV Stream (free trial) and SlingTV (low intro rate).
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) – The largest distributor of kratom products in Missouri has agreed to suspend all in-state sales of kratom and its alkaloids, effective immediately.
The Missouri Attorney General’s Office announced on Thursday morning that Shaman Botanicals, LLC (American Shaman) will not sell any kratom product to Missouri consumers in stores or online.
“Kratom alkaloids, especially 7-OH, are dangerous opioids that carry serious health risks,” Missouri AG Catherine Hanaway said. “We stepped in to shut down deceptive tactics that put public health in danger. This resolution protects consumers by taking these products off Missouri shelves.”
The action ends litigation between the Attorney General’s Office, the Department of Health and Senior Services and American Shaman.
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The business also agreed to abandon Missouri-targeted retail advertising, including billboards, within 30 days.
The Attorney General’s Office launched an investigation into the business practices of American Shaman in November 2025
FILE — Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway sued CBD American Shaman over kratom products.(Hannah Falcon/KFVS)
In March, the Attorney General’s Office filed suit against American Shaman and companies connected with it.
Hanaway had alleged American Shaman advertised “free samples” of 7-OH despite its addictive nature, and frequently without disclosing the risk of addiction in its marketing.
“Retailers who use free samples and misleading marketing to hook consumers, especially those struggling with addiction, will face swift enforcement,” Hanaway said.
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Missourians who believe they were harmed by kratom alkaloids are encouraged to contact the Attorney General’s Office at 800-392-8222 or by submitting an online complaint at ago.mo.gov.
Two people were seriously injured in a crash Wednesday morning in Cole County on Route B, south of Spring Ridge Road, near St. Thomas, according to a crash report from the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
Around 11:50 a.m., a 2020 Honda CRV SUV driven by a 67-year-old woman from Meta attempted to turn southbound onto Route B and traveled into the path of 2018 Freightliner Cascadia semitruck driven by a 71-year-old-man, according to the crash report.
The driver of the Honda and the passenger, a 66-year-old-man from Meta, were not wearing seat belts and were airlifted to University Hospital in Columbia, according to the crash report. Both sustained serious injuries, according to the report.
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The driver of the semitruck was not injured, according to the crash report.
As summer recreation ramps up across Missouri, safety officials are reminding residents that water safety begins long before anyone steps into a lake or river. Understanding the risks of water activities, knowing personal limits, and making responsible choices are the foundation of preventing tragedies on the water.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol and other safety agencies emphasize that natural waterways can present hidden hazards, including strong currents, sudden drop‑offs, and floating debris. Swimmers are urged to stay aware of their surroundings, use life jackets when appropriate, and avoid swimming alone.
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Officials say simple precautions—such as recognizing fatigue, monitoring weather conditions, and watching out for others in your group—can make the difference between a fun day on the water and a dangerous situation. As families head outdoors, authorities encourage everyone to treat water safety as a shared responsibility.
