Catch Every Spike: The Badgers' 2026 National TV Lineup
Kicking Off the Season: High-Stakes Road Trips
The 2026 season for the Wisconsin Badgers volleyball team begins with a demanding series of away games, featuring three challenging contests that will be nationally televised. These critical early-season matchups will see the Badgers face off against formidable opponents, setting the tone for their competitive campaign.
Major Network Showdowns: Early Season Highlights
Following their participation in prestigious tournaments like the AVCA First Serve and the Opening Spike Classic, the Badgers will continue their television presence with encounters against two prominent SEC programs, Florida and Auburn. These matches promise thrilling action and further demonstrate the team's consistent visibility on the national stage.
Full National Television Schedule for Wisconsin Volleyball in 2026
A comprehensive list of the Wisconsin volleyball team's 2026 national television appearances has been officially released. This schedule includes a mix of conference and non-conference games, ensuring fans won't miss any of the action from their favorite team. While some fixtures will be exclusively available on B1G+ (such as the annual alumni game), the majority of the team's key contests will be accessible to a wider audience through various national broadcast channels.
August: An Action-Packed Start
The month of August features three crucial road games: August 22 at Louisville (FOX), August 28 at Stanford (ESPN2), and August 30 at Pittsburgh (ESPN). These early challenges are expected to test the Badgers' mettle against some of the nation's top programs.
September: Home Stands and Conference Play
September brings exciting home games, including matches against Florida on September 2 (FS1) and Auburn on September 3 (FS1). As the season progresses into conference play, the Badgers will face Marquette on September 17 (Big Ten Network) and travel to Purdue on September 27 (Big Ten Network).
October: Big Ten Battles and Key Road Trips
October is packed with crucial Big Ten matchups: October 1 vs. Indiana (Big Ten Network), October 4 at Minnesota (Big Ten Network), October 8 at Illinois (Big Ten Network), and a highly anticipated game at Nebraska on October 10 (FOX). The Badgers will also visit Iowa on October 18 (Big Ten Network) and host Washington on October 23 (Big Ten Network), followed by Michigan on October 25 (FS1).
November: Concluding the Regular Season on TV
The final televised matches of the regular season in November include an away game at UCLA on November 1 (Big Ten Network) and a home game against Penn State on November 8 (FS1), concluding a season of extensive national coverage for the Wisconsin Badgers volleyball team.
