Winona State Volleyball Program Paused Amidst Investigation
Winona State University's volleyball program is currently paused as an investigation into the team and head coach Tricia Melfy is underway. Athletic Director Jen Flowers expects the inquiry to conclude this week, following concerns raised by parents and multiple player…
Rochester Mason City Austin, MN, November 11, 2026 — Winona State University has temporarily halted its volleyball program. The pause comes as an investigation is conducted concerning the team and its head coach, Tricia Melfy.
The university’s athletic department confirmed the program’s suspension. Details regarding the specific nature of the concerns leading to the investigation have not been fully disclosed. However, the situation has been marked by the departure of multiple players from the team.
Concerns that initiated the inquiry were reportedly raised by parents. In response to these concerns, the university launched an official investigation into the volleyball program and its leadership.
Jen Flowers, the Athletic Director at Winona State University, indicated that the investigation is expected to conclude within the current week. The university has not provided further information on the timeline beyond this expectation.
The pause in the volleyball program’s activities means that scheduled games or practices are suspended until the investigation reaches a resolution. Information about the next steps for the program, including potential outcomes or reinstatement of activities, has not yet been released by the university.
The head coach involved in the investigation is Tricia Melfy. The Athletic Director overseeing the process is Jen Flowers. The exact number of players who have departed the team was not specified.
Story summarized from the original created by Caleb Denorme / Winona Daily News on www.postbulletin.com, see more information here.
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