Texas Tops AVCA Preseason Volleyball Poll

The AVCA preseason volleyball rankings see Texas at No. 1, followed by Nebraska at No. 2, and Wisconsin at No. 3, mirroring the final standings from last season. Texas, the defending national champion, received 46 first-place votes, while Nebraska received 15. The Big Ten conference shows strong presence in the top 25 with seven teams, including five in the top 10. Marquette and Creighton are also ranked, at No. 24 and No. 12 respectively, highlighting competitive schedules ahead. Georgia Tech, ranked No. 14, and Purdue, ranked No. 8, are among notable teams making significant preseason appearances. The rankings suggest a competitive season ahead, with several teams returning key players and bolstering their rosters with new talent.