RICHMOND, Ky. - Eastern Kentucky University's beach volleyball program has finalized its schedule for the 2026 spring season, head coach Jeff Patton announced Tuesday.

The 2026 campaign follows another historic year for EKU, securing the program's first-ever victory in the ASUN Tournament.

The Colonels open the season co-hosting the Cincy Clash in Cincinnati with Morehead State on Feb. 20-21.

EKU will face Liberty, Austin Peay, Morehead State, and Tusculum during the two-day event. Last season, the Colonels went 3-1 at the tournament, highlighted by 5-0 victories over Liberty and Austin Peay.

EKU continues its early-season road slate Feb. 27-28 at the Beach Bears Bash in Springfield, Mo.

The Colonels are set to take on Lindenwood, Missouri State, Southwest Baptist, and Central Arkansas. EKU was 2-0 against Central Arkansas last season, including a 3-0 sweep in the ASUN Tournament.

March begins with a trip to Jacksonville, Fla., for the Duuuval Duals on March 6-7.

EKU will face Mercer, Jacksonville, Florida International, and North Florida during the weekend.

The Colonels remain on the road for a midweek stop at the Day of Duals in Atlanta on Wednesday, March 11.

At the event, EKU will match up against Georgia State, Austin Peay, and Tennessee Tech.

After a brief break, EKU returns to competition March 27-28 at the Shoals Beach Bash in Florence, Ala.

The Colonels will face Tusculum, North Alabama, Austin Peay, and Spring Hill. Last season, EKU earned a 5-0 victory over Tusculum, while its most recent matchup with North Alabama came in the ASUN Tournament.

EKU returns to Richmond for EKU Sand Fest on April 3-4, welcoming Chattanooga, Stevenson, Liberty, and Morehead State for Senior Weekend. 

The Colonels went 4-1 at home last season, highlighted by a 5-0 sweep of Morehead State.

The regular season concludes April 10-11 at the Scenic City Showdown in Chattanooga, Tenn.

EKU will face Georgia State, North Alabama, UT Martin, and Chattanooga during the two-day event.

Postseason play begins April 22-24 as the Colonels travel to Huntsville, Ala., for the ASUN Championships.

The full 2026 schedule, including times and locations, is available online.