Barry Women's Volleyball kicks off 2026 ranked sixth in the AVCA/TARAFLEX DII Poll, maintaining a strong position after finishing last season. This marks their 24th consecutive appearance in the weekly poll and second time in top-10 preseason ranking in four years. The team returns 12 players, including All-Americans Valeriya Kozlova and Veronika Eremeeva, and adds four new players. Their season starts at the Sandy Hoffman Memorial Tournament against strong opponents, including two teams that are receiving votes in the poll.

By the Numbers
  • Barry is ranked sixth with 903 total points in the preseason poll.
  • This is the team's second consecutive year being ranked in the preseason poll.
State of Play
  • The Buccaneers have a roster of 16 players heading into the season.
  • They will face Central Missouri and Grand Valley State, both receiving votes in the poll.
What's Next

The team prepares to begin the season with the Sandy Hoffman Memorial Tournament, aiming to solidify their top-10 ranking against formidable competition.

Bottom Line

Barry Women's Volleyball has built a strong foundation with experienced players and a favorable preseason ranking. Success in upcoming matches will be key to maintaining or improving their position as the season unfolds.