Analysts predict 2026 CIAC girls volleyball state championship finalists

GametimeCT released its preseason projections for the 2026 CIAC girls volleyball state championships across four classifications. The forecast identifies potential finalists for the tournament, which concludes in late November at either Bulkeley or East Haven. Defending Class LL champion Greenwich faces expectations to return to the final, with projections favoring the Cardinals over Warde. Class M runner-up Barlow is expected to contend for a championship berth for the fourth consecutive year, while defending Class S title holder Coventry is predicted to make another deep run. Analysts highlighted returning all-state talent and previous tournament experience as key drivers for the selected programs. These preseason predictions serve as an early outlook for the competitive field ahead of the official state tournament schedule.

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