Saint Leo University's beach volleyball team had a strong performance on the first day of the 2026 Sunshine State Conference championship, finishing with a 2-1 record. After a 3-0 victory over Barry and a setback against Palm Beach Atlantic, the Lions concluded the day with a come-from-behind win against Florida Southern, securing their advancement to day two. This victory marked the team's 20th win of the season, improving their overall record to 20-6.

By the Numbers
  • Saint Leo went 2-1 on the first day of the SSC championship.
  • The Lions secured their 20th win of the season, now standing at 20-6 overall.
State of Play
  • Saint Leo defeated Barry 3-0 and Florida Southern 3-2 but lost to Palm Beach Atlantic 0-3.
  • Matches against Florida Southern required three sets on all remaining courts to decide the outcome.
What's Next

The Lions will face Eckerd College on Saturday morning in an elimination match, with the winner set to play against the loser of the Tampa vs. Palm Beach Atlantic match.

Bottom Line

Saint Leo's beach volleyball team demonstrated resilience and skill, securing critical wins to advance in the championship. Staying focused and capitalizing on upcoming matchups will be key as they aim for further success in the tournament.