Pittsburgh’s Olivia Babcock Named AVCA Division I Women’s Player of the Year Again
Olivia Babcock of the University of Pittsburgh has been awarded the AVCA Division I Women’s Player of the Year for the second consecutive year. This honor, presented by Nike Volleyball, recognizes her exceptional performance during the 2025 season.
Outstanding Season for Babcock and the Panthers
Babcock played a key role in leading the Panthers to their fifth straight appearance in the NCAA championship semifinals. Throughout the season, she achieved an impressive average of 5.11 kills and 2.11 digs per set, both career highs.
Multiple Honors for Babcock
In addition to being named the AVCA Player of the Year, Babcock received several accolades this year:
- 2025 ACC Player of the Year
- AVCA East Coast Region Player of the Year
- NCAA Championship Regional Most Outstanding Player
AVCA’s New Positional Awards
This year marks a noteworthy development for the AVCA as it introduces positional awards. These awards are designed to recognize Division I athletes who excel in their specific positions.
2025 NCAA Women’s Volleyball Tournament
The NCAA women’s volleyball tournament has commenced, showcasing 64 teams in a competitive bracket revealed on November 30. Fans can follow along for updates on the schedule and scores throughout the tournament.
Other Notable Events in Women’s Volleyball
Additionally, MSU Denver made headlines by winning the 2025 DII women’s volleyball championship, defeating Concordia-St. Paul 3-1. This victory marks the program’s first championship title.
