Randolph-Macon College recently snagged the honor of hosting the 2027 NCAA Division III Women’s Volleyball National Championship. Set for the Henrico Sports & Events Center, just 8 miles from the Ashland campus, the event promises to shine a national spotlight on Central Virginia.

“This privilege acknowledges the College’s tradition of outstanding women’s athletics,” said Randolph-Macon College President Robert R. Lindgren.

This marks the second time that an NCAA National Championship will be hosted by Randolph-Macon. The 2019 NCAA Division III Women’s Lacrosse National Championship was played on Day Field on the RMC campus. RMC has also hosted NCAA Tournament contests in football, basketball, soccer, baseball and softball.

“This is such a great opportunity for Randolph-Macon College, the Henrico Sports & Entertainment Authority, Richmond Region Tourism, and the talented volleyball community that currently exists within Central Virginia,” said R-MC Director of Athletics Jeff Burns. 

Central Virginia has hosted several NCAA National Championships. The University of Richmond and the Colonial Athletic Association co-hosted the NCAA Division I Men’s Soccer Championship from 1995-98, drawing sellout crowds to City Stadium. Virginia Commonwealth University hosted the 1994 Division I Women’s Basketball Championship and the 2000 Division I Women’s Volleyball Championship, both at the Richmond Coliseum.

The 2024 NCAA Division III Women’s Volleyball Championship was played at Cregger Center on the campus of Roanoke College. In 2026, the Finals will be held at the UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse in Pittsburgh.