The Kean University Men's Volleyball team might be sitting at sixth in the CVC Preseason Poll, but don't sleep on them just yet. Chris Mitchell and company are back, and they're ready to shake things up.
A Veteran Squad with Something to Prove
Let's be real, last season's 13-12 record was just a warm-up. Kean is bringing back every starter, including All-Conference stars Chris Mitchell and Tyler Quinn. That kind of continuity? It's rare. And it makes them a dangerous opponent.
The team scored 20 points in this year's poll, positioning them sixth. But the rankings don't always tell the full story. Kean is a veteran squad with serious potential to disrupt the CVC hierarchy.
The Southern Virginia Hurdle
Topping the poll is Southern Virginia University. The Knights are the reigning two-time CVC champs with 46 points and five first-place votes. They're no joke, having stomped through 19 consecutive CVC matches without a loss. But every streak has its end.
Kean's got the firepower to challenge them. With Chris Mitchell leading the charge, don't be surprised if they hand Southern Virginia their first CVC loss in a while. You could feel it coming.
Eyes on Juniata and Rutgers-Newark
Juniata and Rutgers-Newark sit in the second and third spots with 43 and 38 points, respectively. Juniata's grabbed two first-place votes, making them a serious contender. But Kean's depth and experience could be just what they need to crack the top tier.
And from there... it could be over for the rest of the conference.
Mitchell and Quinn: The Dynamic Duo
Heading up Kean's roster are Chris Mitchell and Tyler Quinn. These two are no strangers to the spotlight, having notched All-Conference accolades. If they can capitalize on their chemistry and leadership, Kean could be an upset machine this season.
So is sixth place just a number? For Kean, it might be. With Mitchell and Quinn steering the ship, the Cougars are poised to flip the script. Watch out, CVC. This team is ready to pounce.
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Source: keanathletics.com
