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Washington Volleyball Schedule 2026

Every Huskies result and upcoming Big Ten date, with the current roster and coaches in one place.

Matches
28
Home
15
Away
13
Record
9-0

Full season

Washington Volleyball Schedule 2026

28 matches · Times shown as listed

August 2026

5 Matches
  • Sat15
    Oregon State (Exhibition) logo

    vs

    Oregon State (Exhibition)

    WIN · W 3-1Alaska Airlines Arena, Seattle, WA

    Washington Home
  • Fri21
    MS

    vs

    Montana State (Exhibition)

    WIN · W 4-0Alaska Airlines Arena, Seattle, WA

    Washington Home
  • Fri28
    UI

    vs

    UC Irvine

    WIN · W 3-1Alaska Airlines Arena, Seattle, WA

    Washington Home
  • Sat29
    San Diego State logo

    vs

    San Diego State

    WIN · W 3-0Alaska Airlines Arena, Seattle, WA

    Washington Home
  • Sun30
    IU Indianapolis logo

    vs

    IU Indianapolis

    WIN · W 3-2Alaska Airlines Arena, Seattle, WA

    Washington Home

September 2026

8 Matches
  • Thu03
    Ole Miss logo

    at

    Ole Miss

    WIN · W 3-2Norman, OK (neutral)

    Away
  • Fri04
    Oklahoma logo

    at

    Oklahoma

    WIN · W 3-1Norman, OK

    Away
  • Thu10
    L

    vs

    Lipscomb

    WIN · W 3-0Alaska Airlines Arena, Seattle, WA

    Washington Home
  • Sun13
    Washington State logo

    vs

    Washington State

    WIN · W 3-1Alaska Airlines Arena, Seattle, WA

    Washington Home
  • Fri18
    South Dakota State logo

    at

    South Dakota State

    WIN · W 3-0Sioux Falls, SD (neutral)

    Away
  • Sat19
    SD

    at

    South Dakota

    WIN · W 3-0Sioux Falls, SD (neutral)

    Away
  • Fri25
    Michigan State logo

    at

    Michigan State

    3:00 PM PDTEast Lansing, MI

    Away
  • Sun27
    Michigan logo

    at

    Michigan

    9:00 AM PDTAnn Arbor, MI

    Away

October 2026

9 Matches
  • Fri02
    Illinois logo

    vs

    Illinois

    7:00 PM PDTAlaska Airlines Arena, Seattle, WA

    Washington Home
  • Sun04
    Purdue logo

    vs

    Purdue

    2:00 PM PDTAlaska Airlines Arena, Seattle, WA

    Washington Home
  • Fri09
    Ohio State logo

    at

    Ohio State

    4:00 PM PDTColumbus, OH

    Away
  • Sun11
    Penn State logo

    at

    Penn State

    9:00 AM PDTUniversity Park, PA

    Away
  • Fri16
    Rutgers logo

    vs

    Rutgers

    7:00 PM PDTAlaska Airlines Arena, Seattle, WA

    Washington Home
  • Sun18
    Indiana logo

    vs

    Indiana

    2:00 PM PDTAlaska Airlines Arena, Seattle, WA

    Washington Home
  • Fri23
    Wisconsin logo

    at

    Wisconsin

    6:00 PM PDTMadison, WI

    Away
  • Sun25
    Minnesota logo

    at

    Minnesota

    11:00 AM PDTMinneapolis, MN

    Away
  • Fri30
    Iowa logo

    vs

    Iowa

    7:00 PM PDTAlaska Airlines Arena, Seattle, WA

    Washington Home

November 2026

6 Matches
  • Sun01
    Maryland logo

    vs

    Maryland

    12:00 PM PSTAlaska Airlines Arena, Seattle, WA

    Washington Home
  • Fri06
    Northwestern logo

    vs

    Northwestern

    7:00 PM PSTAlaska Airlines Arena, Seattle, WA

    Washington Home
  • Sun08
    Nebraska logo

    vs

    Nebraska

    TBAAlaska Airlines Arena, Seattle, WA

    Washington Home
  • Thu12
    UCLA logo

    at

    UCLA

    11:00 AM PSTLos Angeles, CA

    Away
  • Sat14
    USC logo

    at

    USC

    7:00 PM PSTLos Angeles, CA

    Away
  • Tue17
    Oregon logo

    at

    Oregon

    6:00 PM PSTEugene, OR

    Away

Washington Volleyball 2026: Season Outlook & Program Overview

Original analysis of the Washington Huskies program, coaching staff, and 2026 outlook.

2026 Season Outlook

Washington swept its final two nonconference opponents in Sioux Falls to reach 9-0. Now the road gets harder: the Huskies open league play at Michigan State and Michigan before hosting Illinois and Purdue. The unbeaten start is a promising one for a roster with six first-year players, but October road trips to Penn State, Wisconsin and Minnesota will test its depth.

Program History & Tradition

The Huskies won the NCAA championship in 2005 and reached five Final Fours from 2004 through 2020. Leslie Gabriel worked on Washington's staff throughout that run and became head coach in late 2022. Alaska Airlines Arena remains the team's Seattle home.

Head Coach Spotlight

Gabriel is in her fourth season as Washington's head coach. Michael Brunsting coordinates recruiting, former Husky standout Krista Hendrickson returned as an assistant in 2025, and Hardy Wooldridge rounds out the coaching staff. That mix of program experience matters for a young roster entering the Big Ten schedule.

What to Watch in 2026

First comes a Michigan road weekend, then the home opener in conference play against Illinois on October 2. Nebraska visits November 8 for an FS1 broadcast with first serve still TBA. Washington closes with three road matches in six days, at UCLA, USC and Oregon, before the conference tournament in Fishers.

Washington Volleyball 2026 Schedule Overview

Last updated: September 24, 2026

The Washington volleyball schedule 2026 reaches its Big Ten opener with the Huskies unbeaten. Washington won all nine regular-season nonconference matches, finishing that stretch with sweeps of South Dakota State and South Dakota in Sioux Falls on September 18 and 19. Two August exhibition wins are shown separately in the results table and do not count in the 9-0 record. Conference play begins Friday, September 25 at Michigan State, with Michigan two days later. The Huskies return to Seattle to face Illinois on October 2 and Purdue on October 4. Later, the Washington volleyball schedule 2026 brings Nebraska to Alaska Airlines Arena on November 8 before a three-match West Coast road finish at UCLA, USC and Oregon. The Nebraska start time remains unannounced. All match times in the table are Pacific; check back as start times and broadcast assignments change.

Next match: at Michigan State, September 25 at 3 p.m. Pacific. Washington is 9-0 after its September 19 sweep of South Dakota.

Washington Volleyball 2026 Schedule at a Glance

Record
9-0 in regular-season play through September 19
Next match
At Michigan State, Friday, September 25, 3:00 p.m. PDT
Next home match
Illinois, Friday, October 2, 7:00 p.m. PDT
Regular-season finale
At Oregon, Tuesday, November 17, 6:00 p.m. PST

Key Dates on the Washington 2026 Calendar

  • Sept. 25–27Big Ten road opener at Michigan State, followed by a televised date at Michigan.
  • Oct. 2–4Illinois and Purdue visit Seattle for the Huskies' first conference home weekend.
  • Nov. 8Nebraska visits Alaska Airlines Arena on FS1; first serve is still TBA.
  • Nov. 17Washington closes its published regular-season slate at Oregon.

TV & Streaming Information

The Washington volleyball schedule 2026 includes six Big Ten Network broadcasts: Michigan, Penn State, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Maryland and USC. The November 8 Nebraska match is scheduled for FS1, with its first-serve time still to be announced. Several Seattle home fixtures are listed on B1G+. Confirm the current channel and time before each match; table times follow Pacific daylight time through October and Pacific standard time in November.

Top Games to Watch

  • Washington at Michigan State

    September 25

    The undefeated Huskies begin conference play on the road in East Lansing.

  • Washington vs. Nebraska

    November 8

    A rare Seattle visit from Nebraska is slated for FS1, though its start time has yet to be set.

  • Washington at Oregon

    November 17

    The final regular-season date brings Washington to Eugene after stops at UCLA and USC.

Key Players to Know

Julia Hunt

Middle Blocker

The junior anchors the middle and gives Washington a proven presence at the net.

Simona Mateska

Outside Hitter

The sophomore is one of Washington's options on the left pin.

Kaitlyn Nguyen

Libero

The Bellevue freshman supplies back-row defense in her first college season.

Venue Information

Alaska Airlines Arena in Seattle hosts Washington's home matches. Illinois and Purdue arrive for the first Big Ten home weekend in October, while Nebraska comes to town on November 8. The arena is on the University of Washington campus; confirm the match listing for any venue changes.

Season Expectations

A 9-0 opening gives Washington momentum, but Big Ten play is a different test. The first two conference dates are on the road, and a later stretch sends the Huskies to Wisconsin and Minnesota in the same weekend. Leslie Gabriel's staff has a young roster with six first-year players. How that group handles the league's travel and experienced opponents will say more than the unbeaten September record. The Washington volleyball schedule 2026 lists 26 regular-season matches plus two exhibitions; the inaugural Big Ten tournament is scheduled for November 20–25 in Fishers, Indiana, with opponents and start times to be determined.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many matches are on the Washington volleyball schedule 2026?
Washington lists 26 regular-season matches and two August exhibitions. The 9-0 record through September 19 excludes exhibitions. The conference tournament is scheduled for November 20–25, with Washington's potential dates still undecided.
What time is the Washington–Nebraska volleyball match?
Washington hosts Nebraska on Sunday, November 8. The published start time is TBA; the broadcast is scheduled for FS1.
Where does Washington finish its 2026 regular season?
The Huskies play at UCLA on November 12, at USC on November 14 and at Oregon on November 17. The Oregon match is listed for 6 p.m. Pacific standard time.

Related Pages

The Squad · Roster

Washington Volleyball Roster 2026

Meet the 15 athletes on the Washington Huskies volleyball team

#1

Addy Azavedo

Libero

Year

Sophomore

Height

5'3"

Lake Oswego, Ore.
#42

Addy Benefield

Outside Hitter

Year

Junior

Height

6'0"

Redondo Beach, Calif.
#4

Ava Jo Berry

Setter/Libero

Year

Sophomore

Height

5'6"

Wenatchee, Wash.
#14

Lily Mae Buerkle

Setter

Year

Freshman

Height

5'11"

Portland, Ore.
#21

Hayden Conner

Middle Blocker

Year

Freshman

Height

6'2"

Phoenix, Ariz.
#22

Sammy Destler

Outside Hitter

Year

Freshman

Height

6'1"

Los Angeles, Calif.
#6

Andrea Fabikovicová

Setter

Year

Sophomore

Height

6'1"

Breclav, Czech Republic
#31

Maija Howse

Outside Hitter

Year

Sophomore

Height

6'3"

Woodside, Calif.
#2

Julia Hunt

Middle Blocker

Year

Junior

Height

6'2"

Independence, Ky.
#10

Addie Kanouff

Outside Hitter

Year

Junior

Height

6'5"

Englewood, Colo.
#7

Kylie Kleckner

Outside Hitter

Year

Freshman

Height

6'0"

Trophy Club, Texas
#5

Simona Mateska

Outside Hitter

Year

Sophomore

Height

6'2"

Belgrade, Serbia
#23

Kaitlyn Nguyen

Libero

Year

Freshman

Height

5'4"

Bellevue, Wash.
#11

Rian Stephan

Outside Hitter

Year

Freshman

Height

6'1"

Lynden, Wash.
#12

Katy Wessels

Middle Blocker

Year

Senior

Height

6'2"

Lewiston, Idaho
Fan Guide · FAQ

Washington Volleyball FAQ 2026

Everything you need to know about Washington Huskies volleyball

Q

When is Washington volleyball's next match?

A

Washington visits Michigan State on Friday, September 25, 2026, at 3 p.m. Pacific (6 p.m. Eastern). The Huskies then play at Michigan on September 27.

Q

What is Washington's record entering Big Ten play?

A

The Huskies are 9-0 in regular-season matches through September 19. Two August exhibition wins do not count toward that record.

Q

When is Washington's next home match?

A

Illinois visits Alaska Airlines Arena in Seattle on Friday, October 2, at 7 p.m. Pacific. Purdue follows on Sunday, October 4, at 2 p.m. Pacific.

Q

When does Washington play Nebraska?

A

Washington hosts Nebraska on Sunday, November 8, 2026. The start time has not been announced; the match is scheduled for FS1.

Leadership · Staff

Washington Volleyball Coaches 2026

The leadership behind Washington Huskies volleyball success

LG
26 yrs

Head Coach

Leslie Gabriel

Gabriel has served the Huskies since 2001 and became head coach in December 2022. She was the 2020 AVCA National Assistant Coach of the Year.

MB
4 yrs

Assistant Coach and Recruiting Coordinator

Michael Brunsting

Brunsting joined Washington in February 2023 and coordinates recruiting alongside his coaching duties.

KH
2 yrs

Assistant Coach

Krista Hendrickson

A former Washington All-American and Husky Hall of Famer, Hendrickson returned as an assistant in June 2025.

HW
4 yrs

Assistant Coach

Hardy Wooldridge

Wooldridge rejoined the staff in July 2023 after earlier serving as a volunteer assistant in 2016 and 2017.

Heritage · Legacy

Washington Volleyball Program History

Washington won the 2005 NCAA women's volleyball title and reached five Final Fours between 2004 and 2020. Leslie Gabriel helped build that run before becoming head coach in December 2022.

The Huskies opened 2026 with nine consecutive regular-season wins. They finished nonconference play in Sioux Falls with straight-set victories against South Dakota State and South Dakota.

The Big Ten slate starts in Michigan and closes in Eugene after road matches at UCLA and USC. Nebraska visits Seattle on November 8, with the start time still to be announced.

Where to Watch

Where to Watch Washington Volleyball

Alaska Airlines Arena

Address: 3870 Montlake Blvd NE, Seattle, WA 98195

Capacity: Event seating varies

Washington hosts its 2026 volleyball home matches at Alaska Airlines Arena on campus in Seattle. Illinois and Purdue open the conference home slate October 2–4.

TV & Streaming

Networks: Big Ten Network, FS1

Streaming: B1G+

Six Washington fixtures are scheduled for Big Ten Network, and Nebraska on November 8 is listed for FS1. Selected home matches stream on B1G+; confirm the listing before first serve.

Season Storylines

2026 Washington Volleyball Season

1

Unbeaten September

Washington is 9-0 after its September 19 sweep of South Dakota; its two earlier exhibition wins are excluded from the record.

2

Big Ten opener

The Huskies visit Michigan State on September 25 at 3 p.m. Pacific, then Michigan on September 27.

3

Nebraska in Seattle

Washington hosts Nebraska November 8 on FS1. First serve has not yet been announced.

Go Huskies

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