INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - The first edition of the NCAA DII Volleyball Regional Rankings have been released by the association. West Liberty earned one of the 10 spots in the Atlantic Region.

The Hilltoppers own an 18-9 overall record and have gone 17-6 against Atlantic Region opponents. Joining the Black and Gold in the regional rankings from the Mountain East are Charleston, Fairmont State, West Virginia State, and Wheeling. The 'Toppers have gone 2-3 against teams ranked in the Atlantic Region, with wins over Clarion and WVSU.

New this year for #NCAAD2 sports with regional rankings, schools are listed as under consideration in alphabetical order for the first ranking of the season.

West Liberty is back in action on Friday inside the ASRC against Frostburg State. First serve is slated for 7 pm.

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