Big Ten Conference

Washington Huskies

Washington

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Big Ten

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Horizon League

IU Indy Jaguars

IU INDY

IU Indy

IU Indy Jaguars Women's Volleyball team

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Seattle, WA

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Coastal Athletic Association

Hofstra Pride

Hofstra

Hofstra Pride Women's Volleyball team

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State College, PA

East

Penn State Nittany Lions

Penn State Nittany Lions Women's Volleyball team

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Penn State

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Big East Conference

Creighton Bluejays

Creighton

Creighton Bluejays Women's Volleyball team

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USC Trojans

Southern California

USC Trojans Women's Volleyball team

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Atlantic Coast Conference

Syracuse Orange

Syracuse

Syracuse Orange Women's Volleyball team

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Champaign, IL

West

Illinois Fighting Illini

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Illinois

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Big South Conference

High Point Panthers

High Point

High Point Panthers Women's Volleyball team

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Purdue Volleyball

Purdue

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🎥 Sunday night sweep

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Iowa Volleyball

Iowa

The week ahead 🔜

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Pretty good first impression 😮‍💨

4⃣2⃣ kills for Mara this weekend to lead all Wildcats 👏 https://t.co/WSfy8VQIbi

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Wisconsin Volleyball

Wisconsin

Badgers check in at No. 5 in this week's AVCA Coaches Poll https://t.co/7QazDrO6OW

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<div class="payload-richtext">Player of the Week  Marianna Singletary, UCLA  Fifth-Year – MB – Charleston, S.C.   <ul style="text-align: left;" class="list-bullet"><li
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Nebraska, UCLA and Washington Earn First Big Ten Volleyball Weekly Honors of 2026  

<div class="payload-richtext">Was there any doubt that Nebraska would be a championship contender this season? Of course not. They are the No. 1 team in the country after all. But a 25-19, 25-19, 25-16 sweep over Texas? The No. 2 team in the country? That’s not just a win. It’s a message — a challenge, for whatever teams stand between the Huskers and a national title. In Sunday’s heavyweight clash, Nebraska trailed at the beginning of the first two sets before mounting 10-0 and 6-0 rallies to take advantages that they’d never surrender. Manaia Ogbechie’s seven blocks created pressure at the net to force errors, while Bergen Reilly’s 30 assists and playmaking mastery kept the Longhorn defense off-balance. The one-two punch of Andi Jackson (nine kills) and Harper Murray (eight kills) proved too much for the SEC contender, as Nebraska left Las Vegas with its third ranked win already this season. <a href="https://huskers.com/news/2026/08/30/no-1-nebraska-sweeps-no-2-texas-in-players-era-showcase" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">
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 sweep No. 13 Creighton
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 trounced the 12th-ranked Sun Devils
 </a>, riding double-digit kill performances from London Wijay and Abigail Mullen to the 3-0 sweep. Lilli Etter anchored the Trojans with 36 assists while the defense kept Arizona State to just .143 hitting. USC was stymied by Creighton on Sunday, 3-1.  </li><li
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 first-ever volleyball matches played at Wrigley Field
 </a>, but we’ll see plenty of championship-caliber contests before then — <a href="https://www.ncaa.com/news/volleyball-women/article/2026-08-17/big-ten/sec-volleyball-challenge-week-schedule-matchups-tv-channels" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">
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Nebraska volleyball celebrates its win at Spikes Under The Lights

Nation on Notice: Nebraska Sweeps Texas, Challenge Up Next

<div class="payload-richtext">Leading into a weekend full of ranked matchups, Nebraska looked every bit like the top-ranked team in the country.<h2>Nebraska Sweeps Spikes Under the Lights </h2>No. 1 Nebraska captured the inaugural showcase title at AT&T Stadium with back-to-back sweeps. In their semifinal match, the Huskers gritted out a tight 2-0 (21–19, 21–18) victory against No. 17 Florida behind a strong block. Teraya Sigler had six kills, along with five each from Andi Jackson and Virginia Adriano. Nebraska’s suffocating defense dominated, holding the Mustangs to an .068 hitting percentage en route to a 2-0 sweep and advancing to the final against No. 11 SMU. Surging out to early leads in both sets against the Mustangs, Sigler again led the team with seven kills while Harper Murray added six to fuel a dominant 2-0 (21–12, 21–11) championship sweep. Read the full recap <a href="https://huskers.com/news/2026/08/28/huskers-capture-spikes-under-the-lights-title" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">
 here
 </a>. No. 10 Penn State fell to the Mustangs in the semifinals, dropping a hard-fought 2-0 (24–22, 21–18) matchup. Texas transfer Whitney Lauenstein starred in her debut, leading all players with 12 kills while hitting .450, while Florida transfer setter Alexis Stucky dished out 19 assists in her debut.  <h2>Weekend Previews </h2>Nebraska and Penn State kicked off the week with the marquee event in Texas, but they are far from the only Big Ten powerhouses diving into high-stakes non-conference action to start the season.  
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 <h3>State Farm Women's College Volleyball Showcase</h3>Taking place at the Sanford Pentagon in Sioux Falls, S.D., this premier early-season event serves as a major national stage for elite non-conference showdowns. Minnesota, Purdue, and USC — who are all rank in the top 20 — will represent the Big Ten in matches against national contenders, No. 12 Arizona State and No. 13 Creighton. Let’s look at what to expect from the Boilermakers, Gophers and Trojans: No. 9 Purdue (vs. Creighton Friday) The Boilermakers return to the court after a 2025 campaign where they went 27-7 and made it all the way to the Elite Eight, before losing to Pittsburgh. To get the season started on a good note, Purdue will lean on its lethal offense with All-American pin hitter Grace Heaney (3.05 kills per set), and setter Taylor Anderson (10.84 assists per set). Defensively, middle blocker Dior Charles (1.15 blocks per set) and defensive specialist Ryan McAleer (3.63 digs per set) need to disrupt Creighton’s tempo. No. 14 Minnesota (vs. Arizona State Friday & Creighton Saturday) Just like the Boilermakers, the Golden Gophers saw their 2025 season end at the hands of Pittsburgh, losing in the Sweet 16. But, in 2026, Minnesota has high expectations; preseason All-Big Ten selection Carly Gilk leads a star-studded roster that also has Stella Swenson (9.77 assists per set), McKenna Garr (3.35 digs per set), Jordan Taylor (1.32 kills per set, 1.23 blocks per set) and Lucie Blažková (2.80 kills per set) Also huge for the Gophers is the return of 2025 Preseason All-Big Ten selection McKenna Wucherer, who is back after missing all of last season with a back injury. No. 20 USC (vs. Creighton & Arizona State) Coming off a 25-7 campaign that reached the NCAA Tournament second round, the Trojans enter 2026 ranked 20th in the AVCA poll and picked to finish seventh in the Big Ten. To build on that foundation, USC needs its elite net defense — anchored by Leah Ford (1.35 blocks per set) and Mia Tvrdy (1.13 blocks per set) — to establish the physical tone after averaging 2.76 blocks per set in 2025. Preseason All-Big Ten picks Adonia Faumuina and Abigail Mullen must balance top pin-scorer London Wijay (3.48 kills per set) on the attack. The OpponentsNow for a look at the opponents, starting with the Bluejays, who enter the 2026 volleyball season as the bona fide favorites to win the Big East. Creighton returns powerful RS/MB Jaya Johnson and added Texas transfer MB Ayden Ames to maintain a lethal block. Despite losing Ava Martin, Creighton's fast-tempo offense and server efficiency (2.13 aces/set in 2025) remain top-tier threats. In only his second season, Brian Rosen has his team looking like the one that can bring its first ever national championship to Omaha. Then, there’s Arizona State, which was announced as the <a href="https://big12sports.com/news/2026/8/10/track-and-field-do-not-use-2026-big-12-volleyball-preseason-poll-awards-released.aspx" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">
 favorite in the Big 12’s Preseason Poll.
 </a> The Sun Devils — who have won back-to-back Big 12 titles — are led by senior opposite hitter Noemie Glover, the reigning Big 12 Volleyball Player of the Year. In 2025, Glover swept ASU's offensive leaderboards, leading the team in total points, total kills, points per set, and kills per set. Her 4.23 kills per set (eighth), 4.82 points per set (eighth), and 423 total kills (ninth) all ranked inside the top 10 of all Big 12 players, making her one of the most formidable individual scoring threats Minnesota and USC will clash with in Sioux Falls. <a href="https://www.sanfordsports.com/events/volleyball-showcase" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">
 Check out the full State Farm Women’s College Volleyball Showcase schedule here
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 <h3>Opening Spike Classic</h3>At the Petersen Events Center in Pittsburgh, Pa., No. 5 Wisconsin joins an elite four-team field with two top-tier non-conference battles on the ESPN networks. After a 1-1 split against top 10 teams at the AVCA First Serve, including a statement 3-0 sweep of No. 7 Louisville, the Badgers will now face two more top 10 opponents in No. 5 Stanford and No. 4 Pitt. Against Stanford, the Badgers will look to install a disciplined double block against outside hitter Julia Blyashov and setter Logan Parks. Then, when facing the Panthers, passing clean against Olivia Babcock's lethal jump-serves and containing setter Izzy Starck is vital; this will allow Fuerbringer to keep middle options open and avoid forced out-of-system plays. Emerging stars like Audrey Flanagan and Jaela Auguste, who both came up big in Wisconsin’s openers, will look to continue to step up on the big stage as the Badgers look to solidify themselves as national championship contenders. 
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 <h3>Clash of Titans: No. 1 Nebraska Meets No. 2 Texas </h3>Top-ranked Nebraska faces off against No. 2 Texas in an incredible early-season showdown. Coming off Thursday’s Spikes Under the Lights title, the Huskers meet a Longhorns squad returning exceptional firepower and a national championship pedigree.  Led by First-Team All-American senior outside hitter Torrey Stafford and 2025 All-SEC First Team member Cari Spears, Texas boasts one of the country's most lethal pin-attacking duos. Guided by veteran setter Ella Swindle and backed by a deep, physical block at the net, the Longhorns can score in bursts. Nebraska’s key to victory hinges on unanimous Preseason All-Big Ten stars Bergen Reilly, Harper Murray, and Andi Jackson maintaining high offensive efficiency. Passing clean, containing Texas' outer pins, and controlling the net will be essential for the Huskers to dictate tempo and pull out a statement of victory. After a title sweep in Texas on Thursday, the Huskers look to make an even bigger statement in Sin City. The matchups don’t stop here. Plenty of other teams in the conference are gearing up for big games, like No. 16 Indiana facing No. 7 Louisville. Check out the full schedule <a href="https://bigten.org/wvb/schedule/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">
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The Nebraska Volleyball bench reacts after winning a big point

Huskers Star on the National Stage, High-Profile Matchups On Deck

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Big Ten Weekly Volleyball Central - Aug. 28-30

<div class="payload-richtext">The 2026 Big Ten volleyball season is officially underway, featuring premier non-conference showdowns right out of the gate. Before the rest of the league takes the court this weekend, the conference heavyweights set the tone in national showcase matches. Wisconsin showed poise in a top-10 split this past weekend, while Nebraska and Penn State prepare to compete in an NFL stadium on Thursday. <h2>Badgers Bounce Back: Wisconsin Earns Top-10 Split on Opening Weekend </h2>No. 6 Wisconsin showcased impressive poise at the AVCA First Serve, bouncing back from a tough opening-night loss to No. 3 Kentucky with a dominant 3-0 sweep of No. 7 Louisville. Led by junior setter Charlie Fuerbringer — who earned Match MVP honors with 33 assists and eight digs — a young Badgers squad displayed remarkable maturity in response to Friday's adversity. Wisconsin’s offense found its groove against the Cardinals, jumping from a .186 hitting percentage against Kentucky to a scorching .327 clip on Saturday. Freshman pin hitter Audrey Flanagan spearheaded the attack with 13 kills, while the Badgers racked up eight service aces (led by three from senior Grace Egan) to lock down their first victory of the season. Read the full recap <a href="https://uwbadgers.com/news/2026/8/22/volleyball-no-6-badgers-sweep-no-7-louisville" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">
 here
 </a>. Next up, the Badgers head to Pennsylvania for the Opening Spike Classic to clash with No. 5 Stanford on Friday, August 28, and No. 4 Pittsburgh on Sunday, August 30. Securing victories against either of these top-five foes would be a massive statement, proving that Kelly Sheffield's reloaded roster is already equipped to go toe-to-toe with national title favorites. <h2>Up Next: No. 1 Nebraska, No. 10 Penn State Open Seasons in Cowboys' Stadium </h2>Massive national showdowns take center stage as No. 1 Nebraska and No. 10 Penn State face No. 17 Florida and No. 11 SMU (respectively) in the opening matches of Spikes Under the Lights at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The Huskers enter the matchup seeking to establish early physical dominance, with seniors Andi Jackson, Harper Murray, and Bergen Reilly — who were all unanimously named to the <a href="https://bigten.org/wvb/article/60201/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">
 Preseason All-Big Ten Team
 </a> for the 2026 season — leading the way. As the Huskers launch their pursuit of a sixth national championship, standing in their way of a hot start is a reloaded Gators squad led by Preseason All-SEC outside hitter Jordyn Byrd and middle blocker Alec Rothe. Shortly after, the Nittany Lions and AVCA Player of the Year Watch List member Kennedy Martin will take the court against a ranked SMU squad led by two Preseason All-ACC selections. Penn State will need to assert itself at the net against Favor Anyanwu (middle blocker) and Suli Davis (outside hitter). But with the playmaking ability of redshirt senior setter Alexis Stucky and Martin’s power, the Blue and White will test weapons of its own in the benchmark match. With a boisterous crowd expected and four national powerhouses on the floor, these opening clashes carry major early-season RPI and seeding implications. If Nebraska and/or Penn State win their opening match, they’ll compete in the championship match for an additional $200,000 in prize money.  The Huskers serve up the action at 8 p.m. ET on Thursday before the Nittany Lions take the court at 9 p.m, followed by the Spikes Under the Lights championship match. You’ll be able to watch every point on TNT. <h2>More to Come on Friday </h2>The rest of the Big Ten volleyball slate picks up on Friday with a packed schedule of opening-weekend action across the conference, including home openers for Ohio State, Michigan State, Michigan, Illinois, and Washington. We’ll preview the next round of key matches later this week, but you can get ready with the full Big Ten volleyball schedule <a href="https://bigten.org/wvb/schedule/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">
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 uwbadgers.com
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Wisconsin Volleyball celebrates

Wisconsin Volleyball Delivers, Nebraska and Penn State Take NFL Stage

<div class="payload-richtext">College volleyball opens the 2026 season at an all-time high in popularity. At the center of the storm is the Big Ten, which has <a href="https://www.ncaa.com/rankings/volleyball-women/d1/avca-rankings" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">
 eight teams in the AVCA preseason top 25
 </a> and four in the top 10; headlining the group is No. 1 Nebraska, who takes the top preseason ranking for the ninth time in program history behind the senior trio of Bergen Reilly, Andi Jackson, and Harper Murray. The 2026 campaign also marks a historic turning point for the league, featuring major milestones across the calendar capped off with the launch of the inaugural Big Ten Volleyball Tournament this November. With a deep field of national contenders across the league, this season promises to be one of the best yet. With opening weekend officially here, the race for volleyball supremacy begins with the Big Ten testing its mettle on the national stage, headlined by 2021 national champion Wisconsin. The Badgers — who captured their first national title in 2021 —kick off their campaign at Milwaukee's Fiserv Forum in the AVCA First Serve, taking on Kentucky and Louisville in a pair of high-stakes opening weekend showdowns. From the Badgers’ marquee matchups to other teams opening up their seasons, here’s what you need to know for the first weekend of the 2026 volleyball season. <h2>Key Matchups & Top-10 Showdowns (8/21–8/23) </h2>Matchup of Week: No. 6 Wisconsin opens season in Milwaukee with two top-10 matchups Fresh off their seventh Final Four appearance in program history, the No. 6 Badgers begin their 2026 campaign an hour down the road at Milwaukee’s Fiserv Forum in the Jeep AVCA First Serve. Head coach Kelly Sheffield tests his squad immediately with back-to-back marquee showdowns: opening against No. 3 Kentucky on Friday, Aug. 21 — a high-stakes rematch of last season's NCAA National Semifinal where the Wildcats won 3 sets to 2 — before turning around to face No. 7 Louisville on Saturday.  Five years after capturing their 2021 national title, Wisconsin brings a reloaded roster to the NBA floor, anchored by a pair of AVCA Player of the Year Watch List selections in junior setter Charlie Fuerbringer and middle blocker Jaela Auguste. Surrounding Fuerbringer in an explosive attack are pin hitters Madison Quest and Eva Travis, along with freshman outside hitter Audrey Flanagan, while sophomore Kristen Simon and Italian freshman Anna Bardaro shore up the back row. Against two top-10 non-conference heavyweights, Wisconsin gets an immediate gauge of its national championship potential. Outside of the Badgers’ opening two games, four Big Ten teams open their seasons on August 22. Here’s what to know about each of the matchups. <ul style="text-align: left;" class="list-bullet"><li
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 </a> awaiting in November, the stakes are elevated from day one. From Milwaukee to Columbus, the 2026 season launches with unprecedented momentum, setting the stage for what promises a competitive race for volleyball supremacy.   Photo via <a href="https://uwbadgers.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">
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Wisconsin Volleyball celebrates a point

Volleyball's Marquee Non-Conference Slate & Opening Weekend Storylines 

Big Ten Volleyball players discuss the upcoming season on TV

2026-8-6 VBMD Recap

VB TV Schedule

FOX to Broadcast Big Ten Volleyball Tournament Championship Match as Part of Historic Television Coverage for 2026 

<div class="payload-richtext">ROSEMONT, Ill. - Tickets for the inaugural 2026 Big Ten Volleyball Tournament will go on sale to the general public on Monday, August 3 at 11 a.m. ET. The first-ever conference tournament will take place Nov. 20-25 at Fishers Event Center in Fishers, Ind., home of Major League Volleyball's Indy Ignite. The top 15 teams in the regular-season standings will qualify for the tournament, bringing the nation’s premier volleyball programs together in one venue for the first time.  All tickets will be reserved seating. All-session tickets can be purchased through Ticketmaster <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fam.ticketmaster.com%2Fasmfishers%2Fbuy&data=05%7C02%7Caharding%40bigten.org%7C3a20d8177f1c4b08c9eb08deef2308ef%7C5c35f07cce5e4fa582baa44898424550%7C1%7C0%7C639211130916525099%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=IHl9jSa%2B2uRydt6vc2RNe7zSNjG0kb%2Bmdwof%2FYN%2BuQ4%3D&reserved=0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">
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 </a>.  For suite availability, please contact Indiana Sports Corp by emailing <a href="mailto:selmore@IndianaSportsCorp.org" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">
 selmore@IndianaSportsCorp.org
 </a>.  Fans are encouraged to purchase early as premium seating and preferred locations are expected to sell quickly. Visit bigten.org/wvb for the latest information regarding Big Ten volleyball. </div>

Tickets VBT 

2026 Big Ten Volleyball Tournament Tickets on Sale 

<div class="payload-richtext">THE BIG TEN VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT IS HERE! The first ever Big Ten Tournament Champion will be crowned in 2026. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or have just started following as the popularity of the sport skyrockets, the inaugural conference tournament will be epic. Let’s get you all the info you need for the tournament. <h2>Is there a Big Ten Volleyball Tournament? </h2>Yes, the Big Ten does have a volleyball tournament! The first ever Big Ten Volleyball Tournament will take place from November 20–25, 2026. <a href="https://bigten.org/wvb/article/59859/">
 Read the full announcement
 </a>.<h2>When is the Big Ten Volleyball Tournament? </h2>The 2026 Big Ten Volleyball Tournament will be played November 20–25. Match times have yet to be announced. Keep scrolling for the daily schedule.<h2>Where is the Big Ten Volleyball Tournament? </h2>The 2026 Big Ten Volleyball Tournament will be held at Fishers Event Center in Fishers, Indiana. The address is: 11000 Stockdale Street, Fishers, IN 46037. You can get more venue information at <a href="https://fisherseventcenter.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">
 fisherseventcenter.com
 </a>. <h2>How does the Big Ten Volleyball Tournament work? </h2>The conference’s top 15 finishers will qualify for a single-elimination tournament. Seeds 10-15 go head-to-head in the opening round, seeds five through nine receive a single bye and join in the second round, and the top four finishers earn a double bye into the quarterfinals.  
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 Sign up to be notified when tickets go on sale
 </a>. <h2>Where can I get tickets to the Big Ten Volleyball Tournament? </h2>All session inventory is currently sold out. Single session tickets and information will go live at a later date. <a href="https://web.witcontests.com/bigten/form/championship-ticketing-updates-260921">
 Sign up to be notified when tickets go on sale
 </a>. <h2>How many matches are in the Big Ten Volleyball regular season with the new tournament? </h2>Each team’s regular season schedule will be decreased from 20 to 17 conference matches and move to a single round-robin format to account for the tournament matches.<h2>How can I get the latest Big Ten Volleyball news and information? </h2>Stay in the game! You can keep up with all things Big Ten Volleyball across your favorite platforms: <ul style="text-align: left;" class="list-bullet"><li
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 subscribe here
 </a> and become a Big Ten Insider.</li></ul> </div>

Nebraska Volleyball celebrates winning a point

2026-4-16 Blog: Volleyball Tournament FAQs

2026 Volleyball Tournament

<div class="payload-richtext">ROSEMONT, Ill. - The Big Ten Conference announced its 2026 volleyball preseason honors and preseason poll on Thursday, ahead of the fifth annual Big Ten Volleyball Media Day on August 3 at Big Ten Network Studios in Chicago.  Nebraska was the unanimous favorite to repeat as Big Ten Champions.  Nine schools were represented among the 19 student-athletes receiving preseason recognition.  Four members of the preseason all-conference team were unanimous selections for the second consecutive season: Nebraska’s Harper Murray, Andi Jackson and Bergen Reilly and Penn State’s Kennedy Martin.  The preseason poll and all-conference teams were voted on by the conference’s 18 head coaches. Nine members of the preseason all-conference team are scheduled to attend Big Ten Volleyball Media Day next week. Media interested in attending the event can apply for credentials <a href="https://secure.ticketmanager.com/events2/?eventKey=878b4aee-09c0-40b6-afa5-42395b42d576" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">
 here
 </a>.  The complete list of Big Ten volleyball preseason honors is as follows: 2026 BIG TEN VOLLEYBALL PRESEASON POLL  1. NEBRASKA  2. Wisconsin  3. Penn State  4. Purdue  5. Minnesota  6. Indiana  7. USC  8. Oregon  9. UCLA  10. Illinois  11. Michigan  12. Michigan State  13. Washington  14. Northwestern  15. Iowa  16. Ohio State  17. Rutgers  18. Maryland 2026 BIG TEN VOLLEYBALL PRESEASON ALL-CONFERENCE TEAM  Jaidyn Jager, So., OH, Indiana   Teodora Kričković, So., S, Indiana  Carly Gilk, So., OPP, Minnesota  ANDI JACKSON, Sr., MB, Nebraska  HARPER MURRAY, Sr., OH, Nebraska  BERGEN REILLY, Sr., S, Nebraska  Alanah Clemente, So., OPP, Oregon  Valentina Vaulet, Sr., OH, Oregon  KENNEDY MARTIN, Sr., OPP, Penn State  Alexis Stucky, Sr., S, Penn State  Taylor Anderson, Sr., S, Purdue  Grace Heaney, R-Jr., OPP, Purdue  Kenna Wollard, Sr., OH, Purdue  Lola Schumacher, Jr., L, UCLA  Marianna Singletary, Sr., MB, UCLA  Adonia Faumuina, R-Sr., OH, USC  Abigail Mullen, So., OPP, USC  Jaela Auguste, Jr., MB, Wisconsin  Charlie Fuerbringer, Jr., S, Wisconsin   Unanimous Selection in ALL CAPS  * - additional players due to tie in voting  </div>

VB preseason honors

Big Ten Announces 2026 Volleyball Preseason Honors 

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 Alanah Clemente  Valentina Vaulet  Head Coach Trent Kersten
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 Sydney Bryant  Annika Sokol  Head Coach Adam Hughes
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2026 Big Ten Volleyball Media Day 

<div class="payload-richtext"><a href="https://img.boostsport.ai/boost-cms/2026%20Distinguished%20Scholar%20Recpients.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">
 Full Distinguished Scholar Recipient List
 </a>    ROSEMONT, Ill. - The Big Ten Conference announced Monday that 1,962 students on varsity rosters have earned the Big Ten Distinguished Scholar Award. The list includes students from all 18 institutions, plus Johns Hopkins and Notre Dame and 41 sports who have recorded a minimum grade-point average (GPA) of 3.7 or higher for the previous academic year.    The 2025-26 class of Distinguished Scholar Award Recipients includes 359 students who maintained a perfect 4.0 GPA during the previous academic year, represented in bold on the official list.    Big Ten Faculty Representatives established the Distinguished Scholar Award in 2008 to supplement the Academic All-Big Ten program. Distinguished Scholar Award recipients must have earned Academic All-Big Ten recognition in the previous academic year, must have been enrolled full time at the institution for the entire previous academic year (two semesters or three quarters) and earned a minimum GPA of 3.70 or better during the previous academic year, excluding any summer grades. The Academic All-Big Ten threshold is a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher for a student's academic career.     A complete list of the 2025-26 Big Ten Distinguished Scholar Award recipients can be found above.    </div>

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Big Ten Recognizes 2025-26 Distinguished Scholar Award Recipients 

<div class="payload-richtext">ROSEMONT, Ill. - The Big Ten Conference announced Monday the complete list of volleyball student-athletes scheduled to attend the fifth annual Big Ten Volleyball Media Day. The single-day event on August 3 at Big Ten Network Studios will feature all 18 schools, represented by their head coach and two student-athletes.  This year’s attendees features five All-Americans and 12 All-Big Ten selections from 2025, including Player and Setter of the Year Bergen Reilly from Nebraska and Freshman of the Year Alanah Clemente from Oregon.  Media intending to cover the event can apply for credentials <a href="https://secure.ticketmanager.com/events2/?eventKey=878b4aee-09c0-40b6-afa5-42395b42d576" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">
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 </a>.  2026 Big Ten Volleyball Media Day Attendees Illinois  Vivian Campbell  Kenna Phelan Indiana  Sade Ilawole  Jaidyn Jager Iowa  Liv Mogridge  Hannah Whittingstall Maryland  Sydney Bryant  Annika Sokol Michigan  Ella Demetrician  Sydney Schnichels Michigan State  Ky Clayton  Karolina Staniszewska Minnesota  Stella Swenson  Mckenna Wucherer Nebraska  Andi Jackson  Bergen Reilly Northwestern  Gigi Navarrete  Drew Wright Ohio State  Layla Hoying  Hannah Jones Oregon  Alanah Clemente  Valentina Vaulet Penn State  Caroline Jurevicius  Kennedy Martin Purdue  Dior Charles  Grace Heaney Rutgers  Lily Bolen  Aspen Maxwell UCLA  Maggie Li  Lola Schumacher USC  Abigail Mullen  Mia Tvrdy Washington  Julia Hunt  Katy Wessels Wisconsin  Grace Egan  Charlie Fuerbringer </div>

Big Ten Announces 36 Student-Athletes to Participate at 2026 Volleyball Media Day 

<div class="payload-richtext">PORTLAND, Ore. - As the sun set over the rolling hills of Cooper Mountain Vineyards on Saturday evening, “Big Life Series: Pacific Northwest” concluded its immersive educational experience where student-athletes from all 18 Big Ten institutions learned firsthand about the rich culture and history of the Pacific Northwest.   Over the course of less than 48 hours, over 175 student-athletes and administrators engaged in programming that included visits to Multnomah Falls, the Oregon Historical Society, the Grande Ronde Reservation, and Cooper Mountain Vineyards. The event brought together participants from all 18 Big Ten institutions, creating opportunities for learning, dialogue, and relationship-building among student-athletes from across the conference.    “Big Life Series: Pacific Northwest was a remarkable experience that allowed attendees to better understand and interact with the history, culture, landscape, and people that give the Pacific Northwest its distinct identity,” said Big Ten Chief Operating Officer Kerry Kenny. “The unique opportunity to connect student-athletes from across the country to an immersive experience outside of their traditional element is what distinguishes the Big Ten in preparing these young men and women for life after campus.”    At the Oregon Historical Society on Saturday morning, student-athletes learned about how Oregon became the state it is today, including the often-untold Black, Native American, and Japanese history that has shaped the state. Participants also toured the Yasui Family exhibit, learning about the challenges Japanese Americans faced during World War II and the advocacy efforts that helped advance civil rights in the decades that followed.    The quote on the back of the Big Life Series: Pacific Northwest T-shirt: “What is done to the least of us can be done to all of us” was from Presidential Medal of Freedom winner Minori Yasui.    “I found his bravery in speaking out about these issues incredible,” said Indiana women’s track & field sprinter Kristina Vincic. “Having a voice isn’t an easy thing and it takes time to build one. That’s something we can definitely tie in to our teams.”     After learning about Native American history at the Oregon Historical Society, participants experienced its living impact firsthand at the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Veterans Powwow. Student-athletes learned about the traditional longhouse, witnessed cultural traditions, and took part in the Grand Entry ceremony.  Often competitors on the field, student-athletes joined together to dance with members of the Grande Ronde Confederation and in honoring Veterans. For many student-athletes, it is the moment they said they will remember most about the trip.    “It was beautiful seeing the tradition unfold right before my eyes and getting involved with it,” said Penn State football student-athlete Armstrong Nnodim. “As athletes we get caught up in the competitive world, so to come here and bond with everyone from different backgrounds was amazing.”   Launched in 2022, the Big Life Series is part of the Big Ten’s commitment to providing educational and developmental opportunities beyond competition. The Pacific Northwest program represented the latest installment of the initiative, connecting student-athletes with the people, places, and histories that shape communities throughout the conference’s expanded footprint. For a full list of Big Ten student-athletes who participated in “Big Life Series: Pacific Northwest”, click <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fimg.boostsport.ai%2Fboost-cms%2FBig%2520Life%2520Series%2520-%2520PNW%2520Particpant%2520List.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cmbeck%40bigten.org%7Cd0617ab4c96a4bf79db008dedc36f22d%7C5c35f07cce5e4fa582baa44898424550%7C1%7C0%7C639190325738707341%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=GjLuIJk14zxzwkzs%2F2YwIayNyP0Z%2BMluB6cv5PAsGcA%3D&reserved=0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">
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Big Ten takes on the spirit of the Pacific Northwest at the Oregon Historical Society

Big Life Series Showcases the Spirit of the Pacific Northwest

<div class="payload-richtext">ROSEMONT, Ill. - As part of the “Big Life Series: Pacific Northwest”, the Big Ten will host over 150 student-athletes, coaches and administrators from all 18 Big Ten schools in Portland, Ore. from Friday, July 10 to Sunday, July 12. The program is designed to deepen participants’ understanding of the region’s rich history, culture and communities through an immersive educational experience.   Programming will begin Friday evening with a nature walk through Multnomah Falls to showcase the region’s deep ties to nature and the history of the Pacific Northwest landscape.    On Saturday, student-athletes will visit the Oregon Historical Society and have the chance to learn about the Japanese American West Coast experience and hear firsthand from a member of the Oregon Black Pioneers. Through discussions centered on resilience, community, and historical impact, participants will gain a deeper appreciation for the individuals and stories that have shaped the Pacific Northwest.    The group will then travel to the Grand Ronde Reservation for a Veterans Powwow, which will provide an opportunity to engage with living cultural traditions and better understand the history, values and contributions of the Native American communities across the region.   The evening will conclude with a dinner at Cooper Mountain Vineyard, where student-athletes will have a hands-on discussion about the agricultural history of the region and the grape-growing operation.   The Big Life series is an immersive educational experience started in 2022 that focuses on engaging, educating, and empowering Big Ten student-athletes, coaches, and administrators. With trips to Selma, Alabama; Mount Vernon, Iowa; and Portland, Oregon attendees learn about the historical and cultural significance of the region. Since its inception, over 500 students-athletes have participated in these programs. Along with the educational component of the experience, the Big Ten uses these trips to leave a lasting impact in the communities it visits.  For a full list of Big Ten student-athletes attending “Big Life Series: Pacific Northwest”, click <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fimg.boostsport.ai%2Fboost-cms%2FBig%2520Life%2520Series%2520-%2520PNW%2520Particpant%2520List.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cmbeck%40bigten.org%7Cd0617ab4c96a4bf79db008dedc36f22d%7C5c35f07cce5e4fa582baa44898424550%7C1%7C0%7C639190325738707341%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=GjLuIJk14zxzwkzs%2F2YwIayNyP0Z%2BMluB6cv5PAsGcA%3D&reserved=0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">
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