Portland Pilots' Havannah Hoeft and Maui Robins have been recognized in the 2026 WCC Preseason Team, with the team ranking eighth in the Preseason Coaches Poll. Hoeft, the senior setter, started all games last season and achieved All-WCC First Team honors with 919 assists. Robins, a fifth-year outside hitter and also on the All-WCC First Team, made history by earning All-WCC recognition in every season. The Pilots finished the 2025 season with a respectable 14-15 record, marking the most conference wins since 2016. The San Diego Toreros were selected as WCC Champions in the preseason poll.

By the Numbers
  • Hoeft recorded 919 assists last season and ranks ninth all-time in career assists with 1,856.
  • Robins achieved over 1,000 career points and led the team in service aces alongside Hoeft.
State of Play
  • Portland is ranked eighth in the Preseason Coaches Poll with 28 points from WCC coaches' votes.
  • The team is set to play its first regular season game against Portland State on Aug. 28 at 6 p.m.
What's Next

As the season kicks off, the Pilots will aim to improve their standing in the WCC, potentially utilizing the experience of Hoeft and Robins to capitalize on key matchups.

Bottom Line

The recognition of Hoeft and Robins highlights Portland's strengthening program, setting an optimistic tone for the upcoming season amid increased competition in the WCC.