Ahearn Field House is a historic place where many volleyball matches have been won, and more recently, where many matches have been lost. The Wildcats already have proven their ability to win on the road this season, going 3-0 to win the Shocker Volleyball Classic.

K-State will make its first home appearance of the season at 6 tonight as the Houston Cougars make the trip to Manhattan. The Cougars are 1-0 this season after a decisive 3-0 win over Texas-Arlington on Friday.

K-State coach Suzie Fritz said she was very pleased with her squad's success, but she said she always can find something for the team to work on.

"Our biggest priority right now is left-side location and production," Fritz said. "We want to maximize our potential at that position."

The Wildcats struggled last year, breaking even with a 7-7 record. This season the team will attempt to mimic the 2003 Wildcat team that went undefeated in Ahearn Field House.

Fritz said she does not like to compare teams she has coached but likes her present squad's potential. "Since 2003, I think these are the strongest leaders we've had," Fritz said.