Benedictine Mesa Beach Volleyball has been selected to finish tied for fourth in the 2026 GSAC Preseason Poll. The rankings, voted on by GSAC head coaches—who were not allowed to vote for their own teams—were determined using a weighted point system awarding 10 points for a first-place vote, nine for second, and so on.
The Redhawks open GSAC play at home on February 10th against Park Gilbert. Last season, in their first year competing in the GSAC, Benedictine Mesa finished with a 5-7 conference record. Under the direction of second-year head coach Shawn Close, the Redhawks return nine players and welcome a talented group of newcomers as they look to build a successful season.
2026 GSAC BEACH VOLLEYBALLÂ PRESEASON POLL
| 1. |
OUAZ (6) |
48 points |
| 2. |
The Master's (1) |
41 points |
| 3. |
Arizona Christian (1) |
38 points |
| 4t. |
Benedictine Mesa |
29 points |
| 4t. |
Hope International |
29 points |
| 6. |
La Sierra |
15 points |
| 7. |
Life Pacific |
13 points |
| 8. |
Park Gilbert |
11 points |
