Kentucky volleyball holds media day ahead of 2026-27 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 11:14 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
The Kentucky volleyball team hosted a media day on August 5, 2026, ahead of the upcoming 2026-27 season. With an appearance in the national title game last season, the Wildcats are the preseason favorites to win the conference. They have four players on the player of the year watchlist and the most selections to all-conference teams in the SEC. Head coach Craig Skinner emphasized the importance of focusing on gradual improvement rather than immediate performance. Kentucky’s first match is on August 21 against Wisconsin, airing on ESPN.
- •Kentucky volleyball hosted media day on August 5, 2026.
- •The Wildcats are preseason favorites for the upcoming season.
- •Four players are on the player of the year watchlist.
- •Kentucky opens its season on August 21 against Wisconsin.
- •11 matches will be played on national TV this season.
- 11:14 PMYahoo Sports — Kentucky volleyball hosts media day ahead of highly anticipated 2026-27 season
"The Kentucky volleyball team let media into their practice today ahead of the 2026-27 season that is coming with a lot of hype.
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