The University of San Diego volleyball team announced its complete 2026 schedule, highlighting a 28-match regular season. The season kicks off with three matches in Hawaii, including a contest against Baylor. USD will face six matches against teams from power conferences and has 13 home games at Jenny Craig Pavilion planned. The West Coast Conference (WCC) play begins on September 24 against Saint Mary's, culminating in postseason NCAA Tournament action post-regular season.

By the Numbers
  • 28 matches in the regular season.
  • 13 home matches at Jenny Craig Pavilion.
  • 6 nonconference matches against teams from power conferences (Big Ten, Big 12, ACC).
  • 18-match West Coast Conference schedule.
Yes, But

Despite a robust schedule, the level of competition varies, as match outcomes may differ significantly based on the opponents' rankings and performance in previous seasons.

State of Play
  • Season starts August 28 in Honolulu.
  • Nonconference matches include power programs like USC and Arizona State.
  • WCC play involves home-and-home series against all nine conference rivals.
What's Next

As the season approaches, team dynamics will evolve, with coaching strategies likely to be fine-tuned based on preseason performance and roster updates, impacting their competitiveness in the WCC.

Bottom Line

The USD volleyball team is facing an exhilarating 2026 with a challenging schedule that may position them well for both conference success and potential NCAA Tournament participation.