The Gophers women’s volleyball team will be tested immediately this season, opening with three ranked opponents in their first four matches. Last season, the Gophers went 24-10 overall before their season ended with a loss against No. Entering the 2026 season, Wucherer said she feels great. Another key returner is junior setter Stella Swenson, who is entering her second season with the Gophers. During her 2025 redshirt freshman season, Swenson started all 34 matches, averaging 9.77 assists, 2.14 digs, 0.62 blocks, 0.59 kills and 0.30 aces per set.