AVCA First Serve Showcase 2026 opens with key matchups in Milwaukee
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 10:02 AM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
The AVCA First Serve Showcase launched the 2026 NCAA women's volleyball season in Milwaukee, featuring 10 teams, including eight ranked in the preseason top 25. The event began on August 21 at Fiserv Forum, with the first matches showcasing Texas A&M against Louisville and Wisconsin facing Kentucky. Notable players include back-to-back National Player of the Year Olivia Babcock and standout outside hitters Torrey Stafford and Cari Spears from Texas. The four-day event concludes on August 24 with a matchup between No. 2 Texas and Marquette.
- •Event runs from August 21-24 at Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee.
- •Texas A&M faces Louisville and Wisconsin plays Kentucky on opening day.
- •Live coverage available on ESPN and Fox networks.
- •Top teams include No. 2 Texas and reigning champions Texas A&M.
- •Ten teams competed, all of which were in last season's NCAA tournament.
- 10:02 AMYahoo Sports — AVCA First Serve Showcase 2026: Schedule, teams for college volleyball event
"The AVCA First Serve Showcase kicks off the 2026 college volleyball season in Milwaukee. Here's what to know, including bracket, scores and how to watch information.
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