Purdue volleyball aims for top Big Ten tournament seed after recent success
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 1:04 PM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026

Purdue volleyball swept Northwestern at Holloway Gymnasium on Sunday, recovering from a three-match losing streak. The Boilermakers, ranked No. 11, improved to 6-4 in Big Ten play and are one win away from a coveted top four spot for the Big Ten tournament. Coach Dave Shondell emphasized the importance of aiming for a double bye in the postseason. Purdue's upcoming schedule includes seven matches, with five on the road, heightening the challenge of securing a favorable tournament seeding. Following a loss to No. 1 Nebraska, where they became the only Big Ten team to win a set against the Huskers this season, the team is regaining confidence heading into their final regular-season matches.
- •Purdue improved to 6-4 in the Big Ten after recent matches.
- •The team aims for a double bye in the Big Ten tournament.
- •Purdue is currently ranked No. 11 in the AVCA coaches poll.
- •Next seven matches include five on the road, increasing difficulty.
- •Purdue is looking to recover confidence after recent losses.
- 1:04 PMYahoo Sports — Purdue volleyball sets sights on long-term goals as it 'proved we can play at the highest level'
"The Boilermakers went to Nebraska and did something no other league team had done. There is growing confidence as the Big Ten volleyball tournament nears.
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