Big Ten and SEC Begin Volleyball Challenge Week
Big Ten and SEC Begin Volleyball Challenge Week
Updated at: September 1, 2026 at 02:15 AM
The inaugural Allstate Big Ten/SEC Volleyball Challenge Week is set to energize the sports world from September 1–6, 2026.
Featuring all 34 volleyball programs from the Big Ten and the SEC, this landmark event highlights the surging popularity of women’s college volleyball.
Over six days, these powerhouse conferences will compete in a series of marquee matchups hosted at various campuses nationwide.
The challenge reaches its peak on September 6 with a historic, first-ever outdoor volleyball doubleheader at Chicago’s Wrigley Field, featuring Penn State against Kentucky and Nebraska versus Missouri.
Supported by a two-year partnership with Allstate, the event aims to elevate the profile of women's sports.
Fans can catch the action on major networks including FOX, ESPN, and the Big Ten and SEC networks, or via streaming platforms.
By bringing together the most competitive teams in the country, the challenge celebrates the immense growth and talent within collegiate volleyball, marking a significant milestone in its national visibility.
