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Trio of Boilermakers Named to AVCA Preseason Player of the Year Watch List

Three Boilermakers have earned recognition as AVCA Player of the Year candidates for the 2026 college volleyball season. The watch list was released this week, and outside hitter Kenna Wollard, setter Taylor Anderson and opposite Grace Heaney all received mentions.

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Projecting Purdue Football's Week 1 Starters as Fall Camp Begins

Fall camp is right around the corner in West Lafayette as Purdue enters Year 2 of the Barry Odom era. There was plenty to fix during the offseason, as the Boilers finished with a 2-10 record and failed to win a Big Ten game in 2025.

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Matt Painter Points to Two Key Areas For Improvement After Purdue's Summer Trip

After coaching his team in four games last week while in Canada, Matt Painter has a better understanding of where Purdue needs to improve before the 2026-27 season begins.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 31

Why Purdue Volleyball's Preseason Big Ten Ranking is Too Low

A fourth-place prediction in a league of 18 teams is a respectable projection most of the time. For Purdue entering the 2026 season, though, it feels like that preseason Big Ten ranking might be a tad low.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 30

Starting Lineup 3.0: Projecting Purdue's Starters Following Boilers' Trip to Canada

Months still separate Purdue from the start of the 2026-27 college basketball season. The Boilermakers may have just played four games in Canada, but players will continue fighting for open starting jobs and rotational roles until the opening game against Gonzaga on Nov.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 30

4 Boilers Who Improved Their Stock Most During Purdue's Trip to Canada

With four starters departing from Purdue's 2025-26 team, the program's trip to Canada provided an opportunity for returners and newcomers to prove themselves in a competitive environment.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 30

10 Takeaways From Purdue Basketball's 4 Games in Canada

Purdue's first major offseason challenge is now complete. The Boilermakers were in Canada to play four games in five days, the first opportunity for the 2026-27 squad to play competitive basketball against other opponents.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 30

Biggest Takeaways From Purdue's Time at Big Ten Football Media Days

Purdue got one step closer to the start of the college football season this week, as head coach Barry Odom, quarterback Ryan Browne, wide receiver De'Nylon Morrissette and linebacker Charles Correa took part in Big Ten Media Days.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 29

5 Thoughts From Purdue's 97-62 Win Over Fraser Valley

Purdue rounded out its four-game trip to Canada in dominating fashion on Wednesday evening. The Boilermakers pummeled the University of Fraser Valley 97-62 to finish 4-0, Freshman Jacob Webber was the talk of the afternoon, scoring 21 points on 6-of-7 from the floor inn the victory.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 29

Former Purdue Standout Joining Big Ten Network's College Football Coverage

There will be a familiar face on game broadcasts when Purdue fans tune in to watch Big Ten football this fall. One former Boilermaker is making his way to the press box to call games as an analyst for the 2026 season.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 29

How to Watch Purdue Basketball's Final Canada Game vs. Fraser Valley

Purdue will hit the hardwood one final time in Canada, playing its exhibition finale on Wednesday evening. Although it was initially believed this final matchup wouldn't be available to watch, a streaming link for the game has been provided.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 28

5 Thoughts From Purdue's 79-48 Win Over Calgary

Purdue improved to 3-0 in its trip through Canada on Tuesday, this time taking down the University of Calgary 79-48. It was a balanced offensive attack for the Boilermakers, with only three guys reaching double figures.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 28

Purdue Women's Basketball Makes First Big Schedule Announcement for 2026-27 Season

The first announcement regarding the Purdue women's basketball non-conference schedule has been released. The Boilermakers are heading to the "Happiest Place on Earth" for a pair of games against power conference opponents in November.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 28

Previewing Barry Odom and the Boilermakers at Big Ten Football Media Days

The start of Purdue's 2026 season is still more than one month away, but we've reached the first major milestone of the offseason: Big Ten Football Media Days.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 28

Purdue Football 2026 Position Preview — Specialists

To close out the 2026 position preview for Purdue, we're shifting gears from defensive backs to the specialists. It's the only group we haven't discussed, and there's actually plenty of interest surrounding this aspect of the game.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 28

How to Watch Purdue Basketball's Exhibition Game vs. University of Calgary

After a day off, Purdue is returning to the hardwood on Tuesday night for the third of its four-game summer trip in Canada. The Boilermakers are playing the University of Calgary.

Matt Painter News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 27

Matt Painter Cites Biggest Concern Through Purdue's First Two Games in Canada

One of the biggest reasons why Matt Painter wanted to take an international trip during the summer was to see where some of his team's deficiencies were heading into the 2026-27 season.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 26

5 Thoughts From Purdue's 82-66 Win Over Trinity Western University

Purdue had a tougher challenge in its second game of its Canada trip on Sunday, but improved to 2-0 with an 82-66 victory over Trinity Western University.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 26

3 Thoughts From Purdue's 102-63 Win Over Vancouver Select Team

Purdue's trip to Canada began on Saturday night with an impressive win over the Vancouver Selects. The Boilermakers won the game 102-63 to open the four-game trip.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 25

Purdue's High-Profile Transfer Additions Expected to Make a Huge Impact in 2026

Coming off a 2-10 campaign in 2025, Barry Odom and his staff knew they needed to hit the transfer portal hard. The Boilers assembled a top-30 transfer class, bringing in production, experience and size at several key positions.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 25

Former Purdue Volleyball Outside Hitter Transfers to Duke

Purdue has one less outside hitter on the roster heading into the 2026 season. Graduate transfer Nataly Moravec is headed to the ACC and has committed to Duke, where she will complete her college career.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 24

Omer Mayer's Primary Goal Remains the Same in Expanded Role at Purdue

Attend just one of Purdue's practices, and you'd think Omer Mayer is a senior who has led the program for multiple years. Now that his opportunity has arrived after spending last season behind Braden Smith, he's taking full advantage.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 23

Dave Shondell Adds Two-Time All-Big Ten Outside Hitter to Purdue Volleyball Staff

Purdue has bolstered its staff as the 2026 regular season approaches. This week, head coach Dave Shondell announced the hire of a former two-time All-Big Ten outside hitter.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 23

5 Freshmen Who Could Make an Immediate Impact for Purdue Football in 2026

As Purdue looks ahead to the 2026 season, Barry odom is going to be looking for guys who can make an impact on the field. The Boilermakers brought in a lot of talent from the transfer portal, but there are a handful of freshmen who could also carve out a role for themselves this year.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 23

Purdue Football 2026 Position Preview — Linebackers

As we wind down our position previews for the Boilermakers in 2026, we look to the linebacker room next. We'll close it out with the defensive backs and specialists over the next few days.