Allie Sweet, a junior outside hitter for UNC Greensboro (UNCG), has been named to the 2026 Southern Conference (SoCon) Preseason All-Conference Team, as determined by a vote from the league's coaches. UNCG is projected to finish fourth in the SoCon Preseason Coaches' Poll, trailing behind ETSU and Wofford. Sweet's impressive performance last season included leading the Spartans with 501 kills and earning All-SoCon First Team recognition. The Spartans aim to build on their 17-12 record and strong tournament performance last year, entering the new season with upcoming matches against UNC Wilmington and in the Gamecock Classic.

By the Numbers
  • Sweet led UNCG with 501 kills in 2025, averaging 4.43 kills per set.
  • UNCG finished with a 17-12 overall record and 9-7 in the SoCon last season.
State of Play
  • ETSU is favored to win the conference, receiving five first-place votes with 77 points.
  • Wofford follows closely with four first-place votes and 72 points in the preseason poll.
What's Next

The Spartans will face UNC Wilmington in an exhibition match on Aug. 21, followed by participation in the Gamecock Classic, where they will compete against South Carolina and Northeastern on Aug. 28-29.

Bottom Line

As the season approaches, Allie Sweet鈥檚 recognition as a top player can bolster team morale and confidence, making UNCG a competitive force in the SoCon with aspirations for a strong postseason run.