The LSU New Orleans volleyball team will have a busy 2026 season, featuring two exhibitions, two home tournaments, and a rigorous 16-match conference schedule. Under head coach Ashley Preston, the Privateers will embark on a 29-match regular season, playing 14 games at home and 15 on the road. They kick off their season with a pair of local exhibition matches before hosting the LSU New Orleans/Nicholls challenge. Key games include a regular season opener against Alcorn State on August 28 and a co-hosted Pelican Invitational in mid-September. The conference play will see them return home frequently, concluding the regular season on November 14.

By the Numbers
  • 29 regular season matches: 14 at home, 15 on the road.
  • 16-match Southland Conference schedule.
  • Two home tournaments co-hosted with Tulane and Nicholls.
State of Play
  • The Privateers host Xavier (La.) and Dillard for exhibition matches.
  • Conference games predominantly concentrated in the second half of the season.
  • The Southland Tournament is scheduled in Corpus Christi from Nov. 20-22.
What's Next

The Privateers aim to build momentum during their challenging pre-conference schedule, highlighting their capability ahead of key conference matches. Success in early tournaments could set the tone for the Southland Conference showdown. Fans will likely look forward to a strong home stretch in the latter part of the season.

Bottom Line

This upcoming season is crucial for LSU New Orleans as they reestablish their presence in the LSU athletic community, making it essential for the team to capitalize on home matches for overall success.