The Colorado Mesa University volleyball team has been ranked second in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) Preseason Coaches' Poll, securing 169 points and one first-place vote. Three players鈥擜esha Alrashed, Henley Madsen, and Ashlyn Tafoya鈥攅arned spots on the Preseason All-RMAC Team. The Mavericks are entering the season after a 17-11 record last year and a fifth consecutive NCAA Tournament appearance. UCCS, last year's RMAC Co-Champion, claimed the top spot in the poll with 187 points and eight first-place votes. The Mavs will kick off their season with a scrimmage against Utah State-Eastern on Wednesday.

By the Numbers
  • The Mavericks received 169 polling points, ranking second in the RMAC.
  • UCCS led the poll with 187 points and eight first-place votes.
State of Play
  • The Mavericks are coming off a successful season, finishing 10-4 in RMAC play.
  • They qualified for the NCAA Tournament for the fifth consecutive year.
What's Next

The Mavs will face Utah State-Eastern in a preseason scrimmage, followed by an exhibition match against NCAA Division I opponent Utah Valley. They will compete at the Dallas Classic on August 27-28 and will open RMAC play at home against Adams State on September 11.

Bottom Line

The Mavericks are poised for a strong season, backed by key returning players and favorable early matchups, setting the stage for potential success in both RMAC and NCAA tournaments.