San Diego Volleyball 2026: Season Outlook & Program Overview
Original analysis of the San Diego Toreros program, coaching staff, and 2026 outlook.
2026 Season Outlook
The Toreros finished 5-5 before West Coast Conference play, closing nonconference action with home wins over Arizona and San Diego State. Both results give some momentum to a September 24 league opener. Five of the Toreros' first eight matches were against difficult opposition away from home. A sweep of Arizona and a four-set win over San Diego State steadied the team before WCC play. Saint Mary's and Pacific come to Jenny Craig Pavilion first; then a stretch of road dates will show whether that home improvement travels.
Program History & Tradition
The 2026 season brings 28 listed regular-season dates to the San Diego, California program, with home matches at Jenny Craig Pavilion. A November 12 trip to Pepperdine precedes a road-heavy final week at Santa Clara and San Francisco.
Head Coach Spotlight
Jennifer Petrie leads the 2026 coaching staff, joined by Carlos Moreno, John Dunn and Shea Decker-Jacoby. With Saint Mary's next on the schedule, those coaches are preparing for the demands of WCC competition.
What to Watch in 2026
A November 12 trip to Pepperdine precedes a road-heavy final week at Santa Clara and San Francisco. Back-to-back local wins lead straight into the WCC home opener.




