First Baptist maintains top spot in Southwest Florida volleyball power rankings

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Last updated Sep 1, 2026

First Baptist maintains top spot in Southwest Florida volleyball power rankings
Summary

First Baptist remains the top-ranked volleyball team in Southwest Florida following the publication of the latest weekly poll covering Lee, Collier, and LaBelle counties. The Lions hold a 3-1 record after splitting matches against Merritt Island and Calvary Christian during the previous week. Bishop Verot follows in the second position with an undefeated 7-0 start, having conceded only one set throughout the season. Rankings are determined by win-loss records, strength of schedule, and head-to-head performance. Seacrest Country Day and Gulf Coast round out the top four as teams continue their early-season schedules. The standings remain subject to adjustment as local squads face upcoming tests, including a scheduled matchup between Canterbury and Bishop Verot.

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  • First Baptist holds the number one ranking with a 3-1 record.
  • Bishop Verot remains undefeated at 7-0 while dropping only one set.
  • Rankings incorporate record, strength of schedule, and head-to-head results.
  • Canterbury is scheduled to play Bishop Verot on Tuesday.
  • North Fort Myers and Aubrey Rogers entered the Top 10 rankings this week.
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Each week, The News-Press and Naples Daily News will rank the Top 10 teams in SWFL. It'll be based on record, strength of schedule, and head-to-head.

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