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Washington Volleyball Schedule 2026

Record: 13-2 28 listed matches

Latest result: L 0-3 at Penn State · Oct 11 All results
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Washington Volleyball Schedule 2026

Scores checked Oct 12, 2026 · Times as listed

11 upcoming matches · Times shown as listed

October 2026

5 Matches
  • Fri16
    Rutgers logo
    vs

    Rutgers

    7:00 PM PDT (TV: B1G+)Alaska Airlines Arena, Seattle, WA
    Washington Home
  • Sun18
    Indiana logo
    vs

    Indiana

    2:00 PM PDT (TV: B1G+)Alaska Airlines Arena, Seattle, WA
    Washington Home
  • Fri23
    Wisconsin logo
    at

    Wisconsin

    6:00 PM PDT (TV: BTN)Madison, WI
    Away
  • Sun25
    Minnesota logo
    at

    Minnesota

    11:00 AM PDT (TV: BTN)Minneapolis, MN
    Away
  • Fri30
    Iowa logo
    vs

    Iowa

    7:00 PM PDT (TV: B1G+)Alaska Airlines Arena, Seattle, WA
    Washington Home

November 2026

6 Matches
  • Sun01
    Maryland logo
    vs

    Maryland

    12:00 PM PST (TV: BTN)Alaska Airlines Arena, Seattle, WA
    Washington Home
  • Fri06
    Northwestern logo
    vs

    Northwestern

    7:00 PM PST (TV: B1G+)Alaska Airlines Arena, Seattle, WA
    Washington Home
  • Sun08
    Nebraska logo
    vs

    Nebraska

    TBA (TV: FS1)Alaska Airlines Arena, Seattle, WA
    Washington Home
  • Thu12
    UCLA logo
    at

    UCLA

    11:00 AM PST (TV: B1G+)Los Angeles, CA
    Away
  • Sat14
    USC logo
    at

    USC

    7:00 PM PST (TV: BTN)Los Angeles, CA
    Away
  • Tue17
    Oregon logo
    at

    Oregon

    6:00 PM PST (TV: B1G+)Eugene, OR
    Away

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Season snapshot

Record:
13-2
Last result:
L 0-3 at Penn State · Sun, Oct 11
Next match:
vs Rutgers · Fri, Oct 16 · 7:00 PM PDT (TV: B1G+)
Remaining ranked opponents:
5
Schedule sites:
15 home · 10 away · 3 neutral

Washington Volleyball 2026: Season Outlook & Program Overview

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

2026 Season Outlook

Washington is 13-2 after its October 9-11 road split at Ohio State and Penn State. The Huskies return home for Rutgers and Indiana before another road weekend at Wisconsin and Minnesota. Their nine-win nonconference start gave a young roster a strong foundation; the Big Ten results now offer a clearer measure of 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

The October 16-18 home weekend against Rutgers and Indiana gives Washington a chance to respond to its loss at Penn State. 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

Schedule and scores checked October 12, 2026 · Official source: gohuskies.com

Washington is 13-2 after sweeping Ohio State on October 9 and losing in straight sets at Penn State on October 11. Rutgers visits Alaska Airlines Arena on October 16, followed by Indiana on October 18. The Huskies still host Nebraska on November 8 before a three-match road finish at UCLA, USC and Oregon. Nebraska's first-serve time remains unannounced.

The 2026 Washington volleyball schedule below lists completed results, remaining dates, venues and confirmed broadcasts. Times follow the zone printed beside each match and may change before match day. Exhibition matches are kept separate from the regular-season record.

Washington Volleyball 2026 Schedule at a Glance

Record
13-2
Next match
Next: vs Rutgers on October 16 (7:00 PM PDT (TV: B1G+)).
Next home match
vs Rutgers on October 16 (7:00 PM PDT (TV: B1G+)).
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.

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.

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?
There are 15 recorded regular-season finals as of October 12, 2026. The full schedule also shows remaining fixtures. Exhibitions, cancellations and postponements do not count toward the 13-2 record.
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 vs Rutgers on October 16, 2026. Listed start time: 7:00 PM PDT (TV: B1G+).

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

Washington vs Rutgers on October 16, 2026. Listed start time: 7:00 PM PDT (TV: B1G+).

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

Leslie Gabriel

Head Coach · 26 years with program

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.

Michael Brunsting

Assistant Coach and Recruiting Coordinator · 4 years with program

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

Krista Hendrickson

Assistant Coach · 2 years with program

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

Hardy Wooldridge

Assistant Coach · 4 years with program

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

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.

TV & Streaming

Networks: Big Ten Network, FS1

Streaming: B1G+

Next listed match: vs. Rutgers on October 16 (7:00 PM PDT (TV: B1G+)). Big Ten matches may appear on BTN, B1G+, FOX or FS1. Each broadcast assignment is kept with its specific match; a network listing does not confirm an unannounced first-serve time.

The schedule preserves the school’s printed time zone.

How to watch college volleyball

Season Storylines

2026 Washington Volleyball Season

Unbeaten September

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

Big Ten opener

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

Nebraska in Seattle

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

Go Huskies

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