FGCU Will Host Stetson for ASUN Match
The Eagles take on the Hatters at Alico Arena following a high-profile invitational in Lincoln.
Updated on Sept. 26, 2026 in Volleyball
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Florida Gulf Coast University will host an ASUN Conference volleyball match against Stetson at Alico Arena on September 27, 2026. The match is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. in Fort Myers.
Why it matters
The match serves as a return to conference play for the Eagles after they competed against top-tier programs at the Husker Invitational in Lincoln. FGCU aims to maintain its momentum in pursuit of another ASUN title.
FGCU recently challenged No. 1 Nebraska and No. 25 North Carolina in front of more than 10,000 fans at the Husker Invitational. The Eagles demonstrated competitive strength by winning one set 27-25 against the top-ranked Nebraska squad.
The players
Florida Gulf Coast University
FGCU is a public university located in Fort Myers that is recognized for its competitive volleyball program.
Stetson
Stetson University is a private university that competes within the ASUN Conference for volleyball.
The details
Before the match begins, FGCU will hold a ceremony at Alico Arena to raise its 2025 ASUN championship banner. This event marks the team's return to home court as they continue their pursuit of another conference title.
Timeline
September 27, 2026: The match against Stetson begins at 6 p.m.
Season Trajectory
The banner ceremony honors the success of the 2025 ASUN championship season for the program. This match signals the start of the team's push to secure another title and solidify their current standing in the conference.
Fans attending the match at 6 p.m. will witness the unveiling of the 2025 championship banner before the first serve. Following the recent Husker Invitational, the performance in this home match will be key to the Eagles' early-season conference standings.
The takeaway
Attendance at conference home matches provides local fans the best opportunity to see championship-caliber play. The team continues to build momentum following challenging road competitions against national powerhouses.
Further reading
For more information on upcoming matches, visit the Volleyball section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WBBH.
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