The Erskine College Women's Beach Volleyball team concluded the 2026 AVCA Small College Championship by reaching the Copper Bracket. After a strong start with a 3-0 win over McKendree, the Fleet faced tougher competition, losing subsequent matches to Wayne State and Tusculum. Despite their losses, the team demonstrated improvement from last season, finishing with an 8-2 record in the South Atlantic Conference.

By the Numbers
  • Erskine finished the championship with a record of 14-21 overall.
  • The team recorded an 8-2 record in the South Atlantic Conference, finishing second in the standings.
State of Play
  • Erskine opened with a dominant win but struggled against top teams in the bracket.
  • The Fleet's matches included close contests but ended in three-set losses during elimination play.
What's Next

With the 2026 season now concluded, the team looks to build on their second-place finish in the conference as they prepare for future competitions. There is potential for continued growth and success in coming seasons.

Bottom Line

The Erskine Women's Beach Volleyball team showed considerable progress this season, establishing a solid foundation for future endeavors in the South Atlantic Conference and beyond.