Baruch Bearcats Announce Exciting 2026 Women’s Volleyball Schedule

The Baruch College Bearcats women’s volleyball team is gearing up for the 2026 season, and there’s a lot to be excited about. Their schedule’s packed with tough matches, both at home and on the road.

After a strong 2025 season—especially at home, where they went 7-2—the Bearcats are ready to hit the court with high hopes and a solid roster. Fans can expect some thrilling action, including several tri-matches and the always-hyped Battle of Lexington.

If you’re looking to follow along, here’s a breakdown of what the Bearcats have lined up for 2026.

Home Opener and Early Season Matches

The Bearcats will open their 2026 season at the ARC Arena on September 1, taking on the United States Merchant Marine Academy. This first match should give everyone a sense of how the team’s shaping up.

Just a few days later, they’ll stay at home for a Tri-Match on September 4, hosted by Yeshiva University and featuring Lesley University from Boston. These early games matter—they help build momentum and let the team settle in.

Key Early Matches

After the Tri-Match, the Bearcats play Maritime College at home on September 8. It’s a chance to lock in their home-court advantage right out of the gate.

Then, things get interesting. From September 10 to September 17, they’ll hit the road for three straight away games, facing:

• St. Joseph’s (Long Island)
• Sarah Lawrence
• Old Westbury

This stretch will test their grit and flexibility. Road trips are never easy, but they can reveal a lot about a team’s character.

Mid-Season Tri-Matches

Midway through the season, the Bearcats will jump into a string of tri-matches, which always shake things up. The first is on September 19 at home, where they’ll host the University of Mount Saint Vincent and SUNY New Paltz.

Hosting gives Baruch a bit of an edge, but the competition’s no joke.

Tri-Match Breakdown

The tri-matches keep coming:

• On October 3, they’ll head to Greenwich Village for the NYU Tri-Match, squaring off against NYU and Stockton University of New Jersey.
• October 10 brings a trip near Philadelphia for the Arcadia Tri-Match, featuring Arcadia and Gwynedd Mercy.

Facing teams from other regions is always a wild card. It pushes the Bearcats to adapt and mix up their game plan.

Late-Season Matches and Key Rivalries

The back half of the season ramps up the intensity. The Bearcats will take on CCNY (away), Pratt (home), and John Jay (home), all leading up to another tri-match on October 24.

That one’s at William Paterson University in Wayne, New Jersey, with Widener University from Pennsylvania also in the mix. It’s a busy stretch, and every match counts.

The Battle of Lexington

Now, for the big one: the Battle of Lexington. Baruch faces off against their crosstown CUNYAC rival, the Hunter College Hawks, on October 29 at the Hunter College Sportsplex.

This rivalry has some real history, and the match—set for 6:00 p.m.—is always a highlight. Expect a packed house and some serious energy on the court.

Regular Season Finale and CUNYAC Tournament

To wrap up the regular season, the Bearcats will play York College on November 3. This last match sets the tone for the CUNYAC Tournament, where the Bearcats hope to show just how far they’ve come.

CUNYAC Tournament Schedule

The CUNYAC Tournament is always a big deal, and the Bearcats are ready to shake things up this season.

The tournament schedule looks like this: