Loyola Chicago's women's volleyball team is set to compete against Northwestern on August 22 at 3 p.m. in Evanston, Illinois, marking their final exhibition match before the season begins. The Ramblers, who are the defending Atlantic 10 Champions, clinched back-to-back NCAA Tournament berths with thrilling victories last year. Standout players include junior Kaitlyn Burke, who led the team with 20 kills in the championship match, and senior Avary DeBlieck, who had a match-high six blocks.

By the Numbers
  • Kaitlyn Burke finished 2025 with 399 total kills and 477 points.
  • Avary DeBlieck recorded 168 total blocks, placing second in the league.
State of Play
  • The Ramblers return nine letterwinners and add seven new players for the upcoming season.
  • Head coach Amanda Berkley is in her ninth year, aiming to improve on last year's championship performance.
What's Next

Loyola will open its 2026 season at the Cyclone Invitational, facing Iowa State on August 28, with all matches available for streaming on ESPN+.

Bottom Line

The Ramblers are looking to build on their previous success with a balanced roster and strong leadership, aiming for another run in the NCAA Tournament.