Rising junior Favor Anyanwu and rising sophomore Suli Davis from SMU have been named to the 2026 U.S. Women's U21 National Team, as announced by USA Volleyball. They are part of a select group of 27 athletes training for two major NORCECA age-group events this summer. Both players bring valuable national team experience, with Anyanwu as a three-time gold medalist and Davis being recognized for her standout performance as the Best Outside Hitter at the 2025 U19 World Championship. The squad plans to train in June, with competitions set for July.

By the Numbers
  • Anyanwu is a three-time gold medalist, winning titles in 2023, 2024, and 2025.
  • Davis earned the title of Best Outside Hitter at the 2025 FIVB U19 World Championship.
State of Play
  • The team will train June 26-July 5 in Columbus, Ohio.
  • The U21 Pan Am Cup is scheduled for July 7-12, also in Columbus.
  • Twenty of the 27 athletes will be focused on the U21 Pan American Cup, with 14 competing in the tournament.
What's Next

The trained athletes will compete in the U21 Pan American Cup and will also have the opportunity to train with the U19 team for the U23 Pan Am Cup. This exposure could further enhance their skills and experience at a national level.

Bottom Line

SMU athletes Favor Anyanwu and Suli Davis' inclusion in the national team highlights their talent and the potential for further accomplishments in international volleyball. Their performance this summer could be pivotal for their careers and the future of U.S. women's volleyball.