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Mid-Major Madness survey asks fans about favorite fall sports

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 8:09 PM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Mid-Major Madness survey asks fans about favorite fall sports

Summary

SB Nation Reacts conducted a survey among college sports fans, asking them to name their favorite fall sport, excluding football. Football remains a dominant focus, but the survey seeks to highlight less mentioned fall sports like cross country, volleyball, soccer, tennis, and field hockey. The growing popularity of volleyball, particularly with major events held in notable venues, has caught attention among fans. The survey aims to engage Mid-Major supporters, showcasing the diverse athletic beyond football.

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By the Numbers

•SB Nation Reacts surveys NCAA fans on fall sports preferences
•Volleyball's popularity rises with notable event venues
•Cross country and soccer receive mentions among favorites
•Field hockey tournaments see significant mid-major representation
•Sports fans encouraged to participate in ongoing surveys

Latest Updates

8:09 PMYahoo Sports — Mid-Major Madness Reacts Survey: What’s your favorite fall sport (besides football)?

What they're saying

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Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NCAA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Mid-Major fans and fans across the country. When sports fans think of fall sports, they likely think of the pigskin variety first. It is the major American fall sport. We get it, despite […]
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