Rhodes College has been picked seventh in the 2026 SAA volleyball preseason poll with 32 points. The Lynx look to build on their previous performances and make a significant impact this season under new leadership. 

Rhodes will be striving to improve their standing from the 2025 season, where they showed potential and competitiveness. Key players and new recruits will be crucial as the team aims to climb the standings and challenge for a higher position in the SAA.

Voting was conducted among the SAA's nine head coaches.

2026 SAA Volleyball Preseason Poll
1. Trinity - 69 (5)
2. Berry - 68 (4)
3. Southwestern - 58
4. Centre - 46
5. Sewanee - 43
6. Millsaps - 33
7. Rhodes - 32
8. Maryville - 30
9. Oglethorpe - 17

The 2026 SAA Volleyball Championship is slated for November 12-14 in San Antonio, Texas, hosted by Trinity University.