Spikes, Snaps, and Saves: Visual Highlights from the 2026 Fall Athletic Season

Athletics
● Nov 3, 2026
The volleyball team huddles together and cheers after winning the game

The fall 2026 athletic season was filled with dedication and intense competition from the Pioneer teams. These student-athletes trained hard and came prepared, and with support from coaches, staff, and a devoted fan base, the grind paid off and new heights were reached.

See a few of the highlights that made this season and these teams so special.

Men’s Soccer

Men's soccer players come together to celebrate a victory on the field
A men's soccer player kicks the ball while an opponent chases him
A men's soccer player dribbles the ball up the field.

Women’s Soccer

The goalie on the women's soccer team leaps for the ball
A women's soccer player winds up to kick the ball while an opponent follows closely
A women's soccer ball dribbles the ball up the field while an opponent chases her

Football

Two football players tackle each other on the field to celebrate a victory
A football players jumps to catch a pass while being tightly defended
A Grinnell football player tackles an opponent and disrupts the pass

Women’s Cross Country

Women's cross country athlete running in the Les Duke meet
Two Grinnell cross country athletes running in the Les Duke meet
A women's cross country athlete runs during the Les Duke meet

Men’s Cross Country

Men's cross country members huddle before the race
A Grinnell men's cross country runs during the Les Duke meet surrounded by opposing teams
A men's cross country runner rounds a corner on the race path

Women’s Tennis

A women's golfer takes her swing
A women's golfer swings through the ball

Women’s Tennis

A women's tennis player forehands the ball
A women's tennis player backhands the ball
A women's tennis player backhands the ball

Volleyball

The volleyball team cheers after scoring during the game
A volleyball player passes the ball during the game
A volleyball player spikes the ball over the net through the opposing teams blockers
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