Western Washington University (WWU) volleyball team is ranked No. 20 in the AVCA-Taraflex Division II Preseason Poll as they prepare for the 2026 season. Coming off a strong 2025 campaign of 19 wins and a trip to the NCAA West Regional Championships, this marks their 11th preseason ranking in the last 13 years. The Vikings will kick off their season against the defending West Region champion, Point Loma, ranked No. 4. The team's challenging schedule includes matches against four top-25 teams and seven additional opponents receiving votes. WWU's season officially starts on August 27-29 at the CWU Invitational.

By the Numbers
  • WWU finished the 2025 season ranked No. 18 nationally.
  • The Vikings have been ranked in the AVCA preseason poll 11 out of the last 13 seasons.
State of Play
  • WWU begins its season on August 27-29 at the CWU Invitational.
  • They will face defending champions Point Loma in their opening match.
  • WWU has a challenging schedule, including matches against four top-25 teams.
What's Next

The Vikings will play in six non-conference matches before entering GNAC play on September 10-12, hosting Northwest Nazarene and Central Washington. The outcome of these early-season matches will be vital for maintaining their national ranking and post-season aspirations.

Bottom Line

WWU is poised for a competitive season with a solid preseason ranking and a tough schedule, underlining their potential for a strong performance in the NCAA tournament.