Northwestern volleyball discusses goals at 2026 Big Ten Media Day
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 6:50 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
At the 2026 Big Ten Volleyball Media Days in Chicago, Northwestern's head coach Tim Nollan and seniors Gigi Navarrete and Drew Wright outlined the team’s ambitions for the upcoming season. After improving from 5-23 in 2024 to 17-15 in 2025, the Wildcats aim to qualify for the inaugural Big Ten Women’s Volleyball Tournament. Nollan emphasized the importance of skill development and team culture, stating they want to be recognized as the best skill developers in the country. He highlighted the contributions of upperclassmen who embody the program's commitment to continuous improvement as they prepare for the season ahead.
- •Northwestern improved from 5-23 in 2024 to 17-15 in 2025.
- •The Wildcats aim to qualify for the inaugural Big Ten tournament.
- •Nollan praised team culture and skill development focus.
- •Team leaders Navarrete and Wright emphasize defense and communication.
- 6:50 PMYahoo Sports — “We want to be known as the best skill developers in the country” — Northwestern volleyball’s 2026 Big Ten Media Day notes
"Here’s what head coach Tim Nollan and seniors Gigi Navarrete and Drew Wagner had to say.
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