Glenville State Volleyball has been ranked 5th in the Mountain East Conference (MEC) South Division Preseason Poll. This ranking comes from the votes of the conference's 12 head coaches. First-year head coach Kris Kern's team received 21 points, placing them ahead of Shawnee State, the MEC's newest member, which garnered 13 points. The reigning conference champion, the University of Charleston, is favored to win the division with 57 points and six first-place votes.

By the Numbers
  • Glenville State received 21 points in the poll.
  • The University of Charleston led with 57 points and six first-place votes.
  • GSU retained six players, including two of last season's top three assist leaders.
State of Play
  • First-year head coach Kris Kern has introduced 19 new players to the team.
  • The Pioneers begin their season on August 28 against King (Tenn.) and Bluefield State.
  • Home opener scheduled for September 8 against WVU Tech.
What's Next

The Pioneers aim to improve on their preseason ranking as the season progresses. With a mix of new recruits and returning players, they will look to establish team chemistry quickly. The upcoming matches will be crucial for building momentum into the regular season.

Bottom Line

Glenville State Volleyball is tasked with leveraging its new roster under first-year coach Kris Kern to exceed preseason expectations. Success hinges on integrating new talent and establishing a strong competitive edge against ranked opponents.