This summer, we’ll be going in-depth on every Maryland varsity program, taking a glimpse at where it’s been and where it’s going. We’ve already looked at football, women’s soccer, men’s soccer and field hockey. Next up is volleyball, a team that’s still seeking its first NCAA Tournament berth since 2005 but has the talent to get there and more.
Maryland volleyball
Established: 1971
All-time record: 992-677
Best seasons: 1973 (25-2); 1997 (27-2, NCAA second round)
Last 5 years: 63-88, 28-72 Big Ten
The coach: Adam Hughes (second season)
Fall 2018: 18-14, 9-11 Big Ten, third team out of NCAA Tournament
In five decades of existence, this program has enjoyed several periods of success but has never achieved national relevance.