The Mountain West has announced the 2026 volleyball schedule, featuring a total of over nine weeks of matches where each team will face conference opponents twice, structured in a Thursday-Saturday format. The Nevada Wolf Pack women's volleyball team will be led by first-year head coach Jason Borchin, who previously contributed to Cal Poly's Sweet 16 run. The season kicks off for Nevada at home against GCU on September 24 and 26, with a mix of home and away matches throughout the fall. New conference members, UTEP and UC Davis, will compete in Nevada's league, while the Silver State Series against UNLV begins on October 15. The Mountain West Championships are set for November 24-25 in Las Vegas.

By the Numbers
  • More than 9 weeks of matches scheduled in a double-header format against conference opponents.
  • The Wolf Pack will play 14 conference matches, including games against three newcomer teams.
Yes, But

While the schedule includes new opponents, questions remain about how well the Wolf Pack will adapt to the leadership of a new head coach and the competition's evolving dynamics.

State of Play
  • Coaching transition with Jason Borchin at the helm for the first time this season.
  • Integration of new teams into the conference, impacting existing rivalries and dynamics.
What's Next

As the season approaches, fans can look forward to key matchups against both seasoned rivals and newcomers. The performance during the early matches will be critical in setting the tone for the conference season.

Bottom Line

The introduction of a fresh coaching team and new conference rivals presents both an opportunity and a challenge for the Wolf Pack, setting the stage for an engaging 2026 volleyball season.