UTEP volleyball has announced its 2026 Mountain West Conference schedule, featuring nine home matches at Memorial Gym and a full round-robin format. The Miners, who posted a remarkable 25-5 record last season, are the only team in the new 10-member league to have previously qualified for the NCAA Tournament. UTEP will face fellow newcomers Hawai'i and UC Davis, marking their first year in Mountain West competition.

By the Numbers
  • UTEP played a 25-5 season in 2025, including a Conference USA title.
  • The schedule consists of 18 matches across nine weeks with two games per opponent.
State of Play
  • UTEP opens against Wyoming on September 25-26 before hosting UNLV for their home debut on October 1-3.
  • The regular season concludes with back-to-back home matches against Hawai'i on November 18-19.
What's Next

Following the regular season, UTEP will aim for a top-four finish to qualify for the Mountain West Championship on November 24-25 in Las Vegas, which provides a shot at the NCAA Tournament.

Bottom Line

As they transition into a new conference, UTEP volleyball's success will rely on leveraging their strong previous season to navigate a competitive field, aiming for a pivotal post-season run.