Mamie Krubally has been named the Metro Conference Preseason Player of the Year, while Fairfield University Volleyball is positioned as the preseason favorite according to the conference's Coaches' Poll. Krubally, a senior right-side hitter, had an impressive previous season, ranking ninth in the conference with 2.91 kills per set and leading her team in total points. She is the first Stag to earn this honor since 2022 and the 10th in the program's history. Alongside Krubally, Emma Bortolotti has also been recognized on the Preseason All-Metro Team.

By the Numbers
  • Mamie Krubally averaged 2.91 kills per set and had a .303 hitting percentage.
  • Fairfield secured 10 out of 12 first-place votes in the Preseason Coaches' Poll.
State of Play
  • Fairfield is entering its fourth season under Head Coach Nancy Somera.
  • The team has won three consecutive conference championships and finished last season with a 25-6 overall record.
What's Next

Fairfield University Volleyball will kick off its season with three matches at the University of Tennessee on August 28-29, followed by the Fairfield Invitational starting September 17-19.

Bottom Line

With Krubally leading the charge, Fairfield aims to maintain its dominance in the Metro Conference as the season begins, setting a high standard for their title defense.