NEW YORK ā Columbia volleyball opened its 2026 season with a pair of four-set victories Friday at Levien Gymnasium, defeating FDU 3-1 before earning a 3-1 win over Iona. With the two victories, the Lions have opened the year 2-0 for the first time since 2014.
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Michael Zheng is headed to the 3rd Round of the @usopen! The 2x @NCAA Tennis Champion defeats Yunchaokete Bu in Thursday night's Second Round, 6-3, 2-6, 6-2, 6-3. Congrats, @michael_zheng04! ššš #RoarLionRoar š¦ // #OnlyHere š½ š„ @ESPN / ESPN+
The @culionsvb season starts at home this weekend! Catch up with head coach Patric Santiago as the Lions get set to host the Big Apple Tournament Friday and Saturday šš š„ Catch the full video on GoColumbiaLions.TV #RoarLionRoar š¦ // #OnlyHere š½