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 We are tracking all the remaining undefeated teams in DI women's volleyball for the 2025 season. There are seven still undefeated as of Thursday, Sept. 25.

Since 1981, there have been only four programs — five teams — to finish a season undefeated and win a national title: Penn State (2008, 2009), Southern California (2003), Nebraska (2000) and Long Beach State (1998).

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Penn State holds the longest win streak in DI women's volleyball history with 109 match victories from 2007-10, with the Nittany Lions winning four consecutive titles (2007 through 2010). The 2009 title team is the most recent undefeated champion.

Will there be another team to etch its name into history this season? Follow along here:
Undefeated DI women's volleyball teams in 2025

Rankings are from the AVCA:

    No. 1 Nebraska (11-0): The Huskers' challenging nonconference schedule included wins against Pitt, Stanford, Kentucky and Creighton. Nebraska started a season 10-0 for the third time since joining the Big Ten in 2011. Next: vs. Maryland on Saturday, Sept. 27.
    No. 2 Texas (9-0): Texas boasts five top-10 victories in nonconference play to start the season. The Longhorns are coming off four consecutive home sweeps.
    Next: vs. Missouri on Friday, Sept. 26.
    No. 14 BYU (12-0): BYU sails unscathed with its fifth-best record in program history to start a season, earning a notable sweep against a then-No. 16 Southern California team in the process. Next: vs. Colorado on Thursday, Sept. 25.
    West Virginia (12-0): Though the Mountaineers do not have any ranked wins, they have posted seven straight sweeps. Next: at Cincinnati on Saturday, Sept. 27.
    Clemson (12-0): The Tigers' 12-match win streak is their sixth such opening to a season in program history, while their 9-0 home record is their best start since 1999. Clemson owns wins against SEC foes Georgia and South Carolina. Next: vs. Florida State on Friday, Sept. 26.
    Michigan State (10-0): Michigan State's 10-0 record marks the program's best opening since 2012, when the Spartans advanced to the regional semifinals. This is Michigan State's fourth time ever with such a start. Next: at No. 12 Minnesota on Thursday, Sept. 25.
    Hofstra (9-0): For the second time in program history, the Pride began the year perfect with nine in the win column. Hofstra's hot start included sweeps against UNC Wilmington, FDU and Binghamton. Next: at Charleston on Friday, Sept. 26.
A new team joins the top five after an exciting week of HBCU football. See all of the changes in the HBCU football power rankings below.

These are the third rankings of the regular season. The rankings will be done weekly throughout the regular season, sorting each HBCU football team at the FCS level based on their performances this season. Nicknamed "The Road to Atlanta," the weekly power rankings lead to the annual meeting of HBCU football's two best teams at this year's Celebration Bowl held in Atlanta.

See the latest power rankings below.
The Road to Atlanta: 2025 Week 5 HBCU football power rankings
1. Jackson State | SWAC | 2-1 (0-0) | Prev: 1

Jackson State stays at the top after a bye.

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2. Alabama State | SWAC | 2-1 (0-0) | Prev: 2

Alabama State stays put after a bye.
3. North Carolina Central | MEAC | 3-2 (0-0) | Prev: 4

The dominant fashion in which North Carolina Central defeated North Carolina A&T gives the Eagles a slight bump to No. 3 in the rankings.
4. South Carolina State | MEAC | 2-2 (0-0) | Prev: 3

South Carolina State isn't being penalized for an FBS loss to South Florida; the margin between the Bulldogs and NCCU right now is razor thin. However, I don't do ties so NCCU has the edge for now.

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5. Alabama A&M | SWAC | 3-1 (0-0) | Prev: 5

Alabama A&M dominated Lane, a DII school, in the exact way it should as a top five team in these rankings.

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6. Howard | MEAC | 3-1 (0-0) | Prev: 6

Howard finally ended its losing streak against rival Hampton. However, this is a Hampton team without a DI win so far this season. Howard's win is nice, but not enough to get the Bison into the top five.
7. Delaware State | MEAC | 3-1 (0-0) | Prev: 9

Delaware State moves up to No. 7 after winning its third straight game. The Hornets blasted Saint Francis to add another non-conference win. The rushing attack continued its dominance gaining 299 yards.
8. Prairie View A&M | SWAC | 2-2 (1-0) | Prev: 8

Prairie View A&M moves in front of Southern after winning its second DI game. The Panthers escaped Northwestern State. It's not the most impressive opponent, but a win is a win.
7. Southern | SWAC | 1-3 (1-0) | Prev: 7

Southern had a bye, but drops as it is only 1-3. With Jackson State up next, this week will determine how good this Jaguars team can be.

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10. Tennessee State | OVC-Big South | 1-2 (0-0)| Prev: 10

Tennessee State stays put at No. 10 after a bye. They play one of the top teams in the FCS up next, Tennessee Tech.

 


 



 

 

 

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