Season snapshot
- Record:
- 15-9
- Last result:
- W 3-1 at DePaul · Fri, Oct 30
- Next match:
- at at Xavier · Sat, Nov 7 · 2:00 PM CT (TV: ESPN+)
- Remaining ranked opponents:
- 0
- Schedule sites:
- 16 home · 14 away · 5 neutral
Independent fan guide · Big East
Creighton Volleyball Schedule 2026
Follow the Bluejays on their journey to championship glory. Get the latest schedules, roster updates, and game information.
Last updated · Sources & updates
15-9Recorded season record
35Listed matches
16Home matches
Save schedule & follow Creighton
Latest result: W 3-1 at DePaul · Oct 30
All results →Creighton match dates, TV channels and results. All times are as listed. View schedule.
Match dates & results
2026 schedule & results
Scores checked Oct 31, 2026 · Times as listed
9 upcoming matches · Times shown as listed
DateOpponentLocationFirst serve / resultTV / stream
at at Xavier
AwayCincinnati, OH
First serve2:00 PM CT
TV / stream: ESPN+
at at Butler
AwayIndianapolis, IN
First serve12:00 PM CT
TV / stream: ESPN+
vs Georgetown
HomeWayne and Eileen Ryan Athletic Center and D.J. Sokol Arena, Omaha, Neb.
First serve6:00 PM CT
TV / stream: ESPN+
vs Villanova
HomeWayne and Eileen Ryan Athletic Center and D.J. Sokol Arena, Omaha, Neb.
First serve1:00 PM CT
TV / stream: Nebraska Public Media
vs BIG EAST Tournament (Semifinals)
HomeWayne and Eileen Ryan Athletic Center and D.J. Sokol Arena, Omaha, Neb.
First serveTBA
TV / stream: ESPN+
vs BIG EAST Championship (Final)
HomeWayne and Eileen Ryan Athletic Center and D.J. Sokol Arena, Omaha, Neb.
First serveTBA
TV / stream: ESPN+
at NCAA First & Second Rounds
AwayDec 3-5 — TBA
First serveTBA
TV / stream: Not yet listed
at NCAA Regionals
AwayDec 10-13 — TBA
First serveTBA
TV / stream: Not yet listed
at NCAA Final Four
AwaySan Antonio, Texas — Dec 17-20
First serveTBA
TV / stream: Not yet listed
This week in Big East
- Marquette vs DePaulSun, Nov 1 · 1:00 PM CT
Next opponents
- at XavierNov 7 · 2:00 PM CT (TV: ESPN+)
- at ButlerNov 8 · 12:00 PM CT (TV: ESPN+)
- GeorgetownNov 13 · 6:00 PM CT (TV: ESPN+)
Creighton Volleyball 2026: Season Outlook & Program Overview
Original analysis of the Creighton Bluejays program, coaching staff, and 2026 outlook.
2026 Season Outlook
Creighton opens 2026 ranked No. 13 nationally and as the unanimous pick to win a 13th straight BIG EAST title, taking all 10 first-place votes and the maximum 100 points in the preseason coaches poll. This is Brian Rosen's second season. He took over in April 2025 after three years on staff, succeeding Kirsten Bernthal Booth, and immediately went 28-6, won a 12th consecutive BIG EAST regular-season title and reached a second straight Elite Eight, finishing No. 10. Standing between the Bluejays and a 13th title is one of the hardest non-conference schedules in the country: every non-conference opponent finished last season with an RPI of 44 or better, and all but one made the NCAA Tournament.
Three returning starters and nine returning letterwinners are joined by a transfer class drawing from Texas, Ohio State, Wisconsin and Kansas. Senior Jaya Johnson was the only unanimous Creighton selection on the Preseason All-BIG EAST team, and junior middle Ayden Ames arrives from Texas having started 55 of 56 matches over two seasons there.
Program History & Tradition
Creighton has been the dominant program in the BIG EAST since joining the league in 2013, going 227-18 against conference opponents with 12 regular-season titles and 11 tournament championships, including a run of 47 consecutive BIG EAST regular-season wins - 53 in a row counting conference tournament play. The Bluejays have reached the Elite Eight in each of the last two seasons and went 28-6 in 2025, finishing No. 10 nationally. Kirsten Bernthal Booth led the program for 22 seasons from 2003 to 2024, compiling 502 wins, 14 NCAA Tournament appearances and 12 regular-season conference titles before stepping down for an administrative role with League One Volleyball. Home is D.J.
Sokol Arena, where Creighton has gone 46-1 over the past three seasons.
Head Coach Spotlight
Brian Rosen is in his second season as head coach, promoted in April 2025 after three years as an assistant and associate head coach. Creighton went 88-13 over that stretch, a .871 winning percentage that trailed only Pittsburgh and Nebraska nationally. His first season in charge produced a 28-6 record, a 12th straight BIG EAST regular-season title, a second consecutive Elite Eight and a No. 10 final ranking. His staff includes associate head coach Angie Oxley Behrens, assistant coach and recruiting coordinator Izzy Ashburn, assistant coach Adam Kessenich and technical coordinator Kaleb Scharman.
What to Watch in 2026
The season opens with three Big Ten opponents in three days at the State Farm Showcase in Sioux Falls - Purdue, Minnesota and USC, August 28 to 30 - which will say almost everything about this team before September. September 16 at Nebraska is the marquee non-conference date and Creighton's only standalone non-conference match, this time at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln; the 2025 meeting in Omaha drew 17,675, the largest indoor regular-season crowd in NCAA volleyball history, and four of the last seven meetings have gone five sets. The Creighton Classic on September 18 and 20 brings Kansas State and defending national champion Texas A&M into Sokol Arena. In BIG EAST play, Villanova on November 15 and the Marquette pair - home October 4, away October 29 - are the likely swing points.
Omaha hosts the BIG EAST Tournament November 21 and 22, with the final on ESPNU.
Creighton Volleyball 2026 Schedule Overview
Schedule and scores checked October 31, 2026 · Official source: gocreighton.com
Creighton opens the 2026 volleyball season as the unanimous pick to win a 13th straight BIG EAST title, and with one of the hardest non-conference schedules in the country standing in the way. Every non-conference opponent finished last season with an RPI of 44 or better, and all but one made the NCAA Tournament. The schedule carries 30 countable matches plus two August exhibitions - South Dakota at home on August 16 and at Kansas on August 22 - neither of which counts toward the record. The season proper begins August 28 to 30 at the State Farm Women's Volleyball Showcase in Sioux Falls, where the Bluejays face three Big Ten opponents in three days: Purdue, Minnesota and USC.
The home opener is the Bluejay Invitational at D.J. Sokol Arena on September 4 to 6, against Arizona, Pepperdine and Tulsa. Rice Invitational II follows in Houston, where the September 11 meeting with Northern Iowa is a rematch of last season's NCAA second round. September 16 at Nebraska is the marquee non-conference date, and the Creighton Classic on September 18 and 20 brings Kansas State and defending national champion Texas A&M into Omaha.
BIG EAST play opens on the road at Seton Hall and St. John's the last weekend of September, and Omaha hosts the BIG EAST Tournament on November 21 and 22. Full dates, start times in Central, venues and confirmed broadcast information are below.
Top Games to Watch
Creighton at Nebraska
Wednesday, September 16The marquee non-conference date and Creighton's only standalone non-conference match, this year at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln. The 2025 meeting in Omaha drew 17,675, the largest indoor regular-season crowd in NCAA volleyball history, and four of the last seven meetings have gone five sets. On BTN.
Texas A&M at Creighton
Sunday, September 20The defending national champion comes to Sokol Arena for the Creighton Classic - the first time Creighton has hosted a reigning champion in this building, where the Bluejays are 46-1 over the past three seasons.
Kansas State at Creighton
Friday, September 18The front half of the Creighton Classic, on ESPN2, and the first ranked test on the Bluejays' own floor.
Villanova at Creighton
Sunday, November 15Villanova was picked second in the BIG EAST preseason poll, a program best, and Abby Harrell was named Preseason BIG EAST Player of the Year. The most likely threat to a 13th straight title, in Omaha.
State Farm Showcase: Purdue, Minnesota, USC
August 28-30Three Big Ten opponents in three days at the Sanford Pentagon in Sioux Falls to open the season. It will say almost everything about this team before September arrives.
Key Players to Know
Jaya Johnson
Right Side / Middle Blocker
Senior and the only unanimous Creighton pick on the Preseason All-BIG EAST team, a repeat selection. She averaged 2.40 kills, 1.06 digs and 0.81 blocks per set last season and is the only Creighton right-side hitter this century to earn preseason all-conference honors.
Ayden Ames
Middle Blocker
A 6-foot-4 junior transfer from Texas, where she started 55 of 56 matches over two seasons. She hit .368 last fall with 1.52 kills and 1.11 blocks per set and spent the summer winning a second consecutive gold medal with USA Volleyball's U21 team at the Pan American Cup.
Abbey Hayes
Outside Hitter
Sophomore and an All-Freshman Team selection last year at 1.88 kills and 1.23 digs per set. Her preseason nod continues a streak: Creighton has now had a Preseason All-BIG EAST outside hitter seven years running.
Katie Dalton
Setter
Fifth-year setter from Kansas, part of a transfer class that also draws from Texas, Ohio State and Wisconsin alongside three returning starters and nine returning letterwinners.
Season Expectations
Creighton was the unanimous preseason pick to win the BIG EAST, taking all 10 first-place votes and the maximum 100 points, with Villanova second and Marquette third. The context: 227-18 against BIG EAST opponents since joining in 2013, 12 regular-season and 11 tournament titles, and 47 consecutive BIG EAST regular-season wins. The floor is a 15th straight NCAA Tournament appearance and a seventh consecutive league tournament title. The ceiling is a first Final Four, after Elite Eight exits in each of the last two seasons.
The non-conference schedule is what makes the difference plausible - if the Bluejays survive Sioux Falls, Lincoln and the Creighton Classic in good shape, the seeding follows.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is the Creighton-Nebraska volleyball match in 2026?
- Wednesday, September 16 at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln - an away match for Creighton this year, on Big Ten Network. It is the Bluejays' only standalone non-conference match. The 2025 meeting in Omaha drew 17,675, the largest indoor regular-season crowd in NCAA volleyball history.
- How can I watch Creighton volleyball in 2026?
- At least 11 matches are televised. Confirmed so far: USC (Aug. 30) and at Nebraska (Sep. 16) on Big Ten Network, Kansas State (Sep. 18) on ESPN2, DePaul (Oct. 2) on News Channel Nebraska, Xavier (Oct. 11) and Villanova (Nov. 15) on Nebraska Public Media, and the BIG EAST Championship final (Nov. 22) on ESPNU. Remaining BIG EAST matches typically stream through the conference's digital platform.
- Who is the head coach of Creighton volleyball?
- Brian Rosen, in his second season. He was promoted in April 2025 after three years on staff, succeeding Kirsten Bernthal Booth, who led the program for 22 seasons from 2003 to 2024. Rosen went 28-6 in his first year, winning a 12th straight BIG EAST regular-season title and reaching a second consecutive Elite Eight.
Related Pages
The Squad · Roster
Creighton Volleyball Roster 2026
Meet the 17 athletes on the Creighton Bluejays volleyball team
#0
Trinity Shadd-Ceres
Outside Hitter
Year
Junior
Height
5'11"
Kitchener, Ont. (Wisconsin)
#2
Abbey Hayes
Outside Hitter
Year
Sophomore
Height
6'1"
Eldridge, IA
#3
Peyton Carlson
Defensive Specialist
Year
Freshman
Height
5'11"
Waupaca, WI
#4
Rayna Christianson
Setter
Year
Freshman
Height
6'2"
Lakeville, MN
#5
Katie Dalton
Setter
Year
5th Year
Height
6'1"
Parker, CO (Kansas)
#6
Jaya Johnson
Right Side
Year
Senior
Height
6'2"
Olathe, KS
#7
Ivy Leuck
Setter
Year
Senior
Height
5'6"
Omaha, NE (Omaha)
#8
Cambel Drapeau
Middle Blocker
Year
Freshman
Height
6'2"
Dubuque, IA
#9
Ayden Ames
Middle Blocker
Year
Junior
Height
6'4"
Prosper, TX (Texas)
#10
Eloise Brandewie
Middle Blocker
Year
Senior
Height
6'3"
Columbus, OH (Ohio State)
#12
Ava TeStrake
Right Side
Year
Senior
Height
6'4"
Olathe, KS
#13
Saige Damrow
Defensive Specialist
Year
Senior
Height
5'8"
Howards Grove, WI (Wisconsin)
#17
Bailey Boeve
Outside Hitter
Year
Freshman
Height
6'0"
Hinton, IA
#19
Nora Wurtz
Middle Blocker
Year
Junior
Height
6'4"
Valley, NE
#20
Mila Vlahovic
Outside Hitter
Year
Freshman
Height
6'2"
Ghent, Belgium
#22
Ashlyn Paymal
Right Side
Year
Sophomore
Height
6'1"
Omaha, NE
#24
Sydney Breissinger
Defensive Specialist
Year
Senior
Height
5'7"
Cincinnati, OH
Leadership · Staff
Creighton Volleyball Coaches 2026
The leadership behind Creighton Bluejays volleyball success
Brian Rosen
Head Coach · 2 years with program
Brian Rosen took over in April 2025 after three seasons on staff, succeeding Kirsten Bernthal Booth. Creighton went 88-13 across his three years as an assistant and associate head coach, a .871 winning percentage that trailed only Pittsburgh and Nebraska nationally over that span. In his first year in charge the Bluejays went 28-6, won a 12th straight BIG EAST regular-season title and reached a second consecutive Elite Eight, finishing No. 10.
Angie Oxley Behrens
Associate Head Coach
Associate head coach on Brian Rosen's staff.
Izzy Ashburn
Assistant Coach / Recruiting Coordinator
Assistant coach and recruiting coordinator for the Bluejays.
Adam Kessenich
Assistant Coach
Assistant coach on the Creighton staff.
Kaleb Scharman
Technical Coordinator
Technical coordinator for Creighton volleyball.
Fan Guide · FAQ
Creighton Volleyball FAQ 2026
Everything you need to know about Creighton Bluejays volleyball
Q
Where do the Bluejays play home games?
A
The Creighton Bluejays play their home volleyball matches at the Wayne and Eileen Ryan Athletic Center and D.J. Sokol Arena in Omaha, Nebraska.
Q
How can I purchase tickets?
A
Tickets can be purchased through the Creighton Athletics website, at the arena box office, or through authorized ticket resellers.
Q
What time do doors open for matches?
A
Doors typically open 60 minutes before the scheduled match time. We recommend arriving early for the best seating options.
Q
What conference is Creighton in?
A
Creighton competes in the Big East Conference, facing teams like Marquette, Villanova, Georgetown, and St. John's in conference play.
Q
Where can I find the full Creighton Volleyball Schedule 2026?
A
The complete 2026 Creighton volleyball schedule with every Bluejays match, opponent, date, time and location is listed on this page above. It is updated whenever the athletic department confirms new times, TV assignments or venue changes.
Q
When does the Creighton Bluejays volleyball season start in 2026?
A
Creighton opens the 2026 volleyball season in late August with non-conference play, then rolls into Big East matches from mid-September through November. The full 2026 slate leads into the NCAA Tournament in December.
Q
Where do the Bluejays play their home volleyball matches?
A
Creighton plays home volleyball matches at D.J. Sokol Arena in Omaha. The arena hosts every home date on the 2026 schedule, and doors typically open about an hour before first serve.
Q
How can I watch Creighton volleyball games in 2026?
A
Most 2026 Bluejays matches air on Big Ten Network, ESPN2, ESPNU, Nebraska Public Media or News Channel Nebraska, with remaining BIG EAST matches streaming through the conference's digital platform. Each row on the schedule above shows the confirmed TV or streaming outlet as soon as it is announced.
Q
Who are Creighton's biggest 2026 volleyball opponents?
A
The 2026 schedule features Big East rivalry matches plus marquee non-conference tests. See the schedule table on this page for every Bluejays opponent, dates and locations for the full 2026 season.
Heritage · Legacy
Creighton Volleyball Program History
The Creighton Bluejays women's volleyball program has become one of the premier programs in the Big East Conference. Under legendary head coach Kirsten Bernthal Booth, Creighton has won multiple conference championships and consistently reached the NCAA Tournament.
The Bluejays have produced numerous All-Americans and have established themselves as a dominant force in the Big East. The program's commitment to excellence has made Creighton a destination for top recruits nationwide.
Creighton volleyball has created one of the most passionate fanbases in college volleyball. The D.J. Sokol Arena provides an intimate yet electric atmosphere for every home match.
Season Storylines
2026 Creighton Volleyball Season
Big East Schedule
Creighton dominates the Big East, battling rivals like Marquette, Villanova, Georgetown, and St. John's throughout the conference season.
Home Games in Omaha
Experience the electric atmosphere at D.J. Sokol Arena where Creighton volleyball draws enthusiastic crowds and creates an unmatched home court advantage.
NCAA Tournament Path
Follow Creighton's journey through the NCAA Tournament as the Bluejays compete for deep postseason runs and establish themselves among the nation's elite.
Where to Watch
Where to Watch Creighton Volleyball
D.J. Sokol Arena
Address: 2500 California Plaza, Omaha, NE 68178
Capacity: 3,000+ fans
D.J. Sokol Arena, part of the Wayne and Eileen Ryan Athletic Center on Creighton's campus in Omaha, hosts every home date on the 2026 schedule. It is a small, loud room, and that has a lot to do with Creighton's 46-1 home record over the past three seasons. Doors typically open one hour before first serve; arrive early for the Creighton Classic and the BIG EAST Tournament dates.
The 2026 promotional calendar includes Hawaiian Night on September 4 against Arizona, Community Day on September 5 against Pepperdine, Lil' Jays Club Day on September 6 against Tulsa, and the Pink Out on October 22 against UConn.
TV & Streaming
Networks: FS1, Fox Sports, Big East Digital Network
Streaming: FloSports, ESPN+
At least 11 Bluejay matches will be televised this season. Confirmed so far: USC on August 30 and at Nebraska on September 16 on Big Ten Network; Kansas State on September 18 on ESPN2; DePaul on October 2 on News Channel Nebraska; Xavier on October 11 and Villanova on November 15 on Nebraska Public Media; and the BIG EAST Championship final on November 22 on ESPNU. Remaining BIG EAST matches typically stream through the conference's digital platform. Creighton Athletics confirms networks week to week and the table above is updated as each assignment is announced.
Season tickets have historically sold out, with new season tickets released in limited quantities and an interest waitlist at gocreighton.com; single-match tickets are available for most home dates through Creighton Athletics or the arena box office.
Go Bluejays
Go Jays!
Join thousands of Bluejay fans supporting Creighton volleyball