SILVER CITY, NM - Western New Mexico University's Interim Athletic Director Matt Enriquez, has announced an extension of Head Volleyball Coach, Geno Frugoli. The Mustangs showed significant improvement going 12-17 on the year.
"Coach Frugoli has brought a level of passion, and structure to our volleyball program that we firmly believe will pay dividends in the years to come," said the WNMU Athletic Director.
"This extension is not just about the record; it's about trusting Geno's vision, trusting his ability to recruit and develop, and believing in the long-term growth of Mustang Volleyball."
The Mustangs had their best record since 2016, where they went 16-16. Western New Mexico's defense was stellar posting Blocking and digs stats
Since arriving ahead of the 2023 campaign, Frugoli has elevated the program through strong recruiting, player development, and a renewed competitive edge in the Lone Star Conference. His teams have produced multiple All-Conference standouts, including Jazyme Walker, who earned Honorable-Mention honors in 2023, as well as rising stars Daphne Posthumus (Lelystad, Netherlands/CCNV Harderwijk (Netherlands)) and Brynlee Barris, both of whom delivered breakout 2025 seasons and established themselves as cornerstone players for the program's future.
Coach Frugoli on his extension: "Over the last couple of years, we've raised our standard — and we're not done yet. This extension gives us the runway to continue building a program that competes in the Lone Star Conference year after year.
WNMU is a great place with great people. I want to thank Dr. Maples, Matt Enriquez, and the entire administrative team for their nonstop support. I'm also grateful for my staff, our student-athletes, and our fans. Together, we're building something special."
Under Frugoli's leadership, the Mustangs turned in several of their most disciplined performances in recent years, including a 20-block effort in their win against Texas A&M Kingsville, the 1 seed at the time, to show the improvements made in the 2025 season. Frugoli's extension reflects WNMU's belief in his direction, his ability to develop talent, and his commitment to building a sustainable, competitive volleyball program.
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Western New Mexico University is a member of the NCAA Division II, and the Lone Star Conference (LSC). For additional information regarding Mustang Athletics, visit www.wnmumustangs.com; visit wnmu.edu for more information about Western New Mexico University. Follow the Mustangs on social media: @WNMUathletics (X, TikTok & Instagram).
