At the Net: August 19, 2026

August 19, 2026

THE NET BEHIND THE SEASON

From the first serve to cutting down the net, Sports Imports is at the center of the game’s biggest moments.

As AVCA First Serve kicks off another college volleyball season, Sports Imports will be on court once again as 10 of the nation’s top programs will come together to kick off the season.

And before they take the court, they already have something in common: 10 OF 10 FIRST SERVE TEAMS CHOOSE SPORTS IMPORTS FOR THE VOLLEYBALL NET SYSTEM.


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This week's newsletter includes:

AVCA First Serve Schedule and Highlights

USA Volleyball Teams Updates

AVCA Stat App

AVCA Convention Information

And More!

AVCA UPDATES

AVCA Taraflex Women's Division II Pre-Season Poll Released

The 2026 AVCA-Taraflex Division II Women’s Volleyball Preseason Poll was announced on Monday, Aug.17. The top 5 ranking included:

Concordia-St. Paul
Tampa
MSU Denver
Point Loma
St. Cloud State

Click the link to see the top 25!

2026 Convention Registration is OPEN!!

2026 AVCA Convention

San Antonio, Texas

December 16-20

Whether you are searching for a new job, want to continue your professional development, network with your friends, or go to the NCAA championship matches, there are many reasons to attend the AVCA Convention including:

Over 120 court and classroom education sessions
World’s largest volleyball specific exhibit show
Career Center with job postings, salary survey information, and career counseling services
Recruiting events including the Girls' Talent Showcase and Boys' Talent Showcase

AND SO MUCH MORE!


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