News Summary
The San Diego State University women’s volleyball team secured their sixth consecutive victory by defeating UNLV with a score of 3-0 at Aztec Court. SDSU’s impressive performance improved their Mountain West Conference record to 6-0, marking their best start since 1995. Taylor Underwood and Kendall Mairs notably contributed to the match, with Underwood achieving 10 kills and Mairs recording a double-double. Despite UNLV having a stronger hitting percentage, their 11 service errors hindered their performance. Other local teams also celebrated wins, showcasing a thriving volleyball scene.
San Diego — The San Diego State University (SDSU) women’s volleyball team marked a significant victory by defeating the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) with a score of 3-0 at Aztec Court, securing their sixth consecutive win. The match concluded with scores of 25-21, 27-25, and 25-21, allowing SDSU to improve its Mountain West Conference record to an impressive 6-0, tying them for first place in the standings.
This 6-0 start is the best performance for SDSU since 1995, when they concluded their season with an 8-0 record en route to winning the Western Athletic Conference title. During the match against UNLV, Taylor Underwood led the Aztecs with 10 kills, sharing match-high honors. Notable contributions included Madison Corf with 6 kills, and both Amber Keen and Natalie Hughes, who added 5 kills each. Additionally, Ella Schabort made her mark with 4 kills and a career-high 4 aces.
Kendall Mairs achieved her fifth double-double of the season, providing a match-high 17 assists alongside a career-best 17 digs. Bella Jones also played a key role, offering support with 10 assists and 6 digs. Noteworthy was SDSU’s dramatic turnaround in the second set, wherein they were trailing 24-19 but rallied with an 8-1 run to secure the set and take a decisive 2-0 lead in matches.
Despite UNLV showcasing a stronger hitting percentage of .180 compared to SDSU’s .108, they struggled with 11 service errors throughout the match, hampering their performance.
In related volleyball news, Point Loma Nazarene University (PLNU) women’s volleyball team achieved remarkable success, currently ranked fifth in NCAA Division II. After their recent win against Westmont, PLNU improved their overall record to 14-2 and holds a 4-0 standing in the Pacific West Conference.
Simultaneously, the University of San Diego (USD) women’s volleyball team also celebrated their sixth consecutive win, having triumphed against Portland with a score of 3-0 and Oregon State 3-1. Star player Nemo Beach emerged with standout performances, recording 36 kills against Portland and 25 against Oregon State, earning her the title of West Coast Conference Offensive Player of the Week. Kylie Munday further contributed to USD’s success by being named WCC Setter of the Week.
The Mesa College women’s volleyball team maintained their impressive performance by extending their winning streak to 15 matches, now boasting an 18-1 record and a perfect 7-0 in their conference. Additionally, Grossmont College remains undefeated in their Pacific Coast Athletic Conference, holding a perfect 7-0 record and currently ranked 21st in the state.
Other notable volleyball match results included a contest between El Camino College and Mesa College, culminating in a 28-14 victory for El Camino. Various teams are contributing to the competitive landscape of college volleyball, influencing rankings and playoff potentials across the board.
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Additional Resources
- USD Toreros News
- San Diego Union Tribune
- SDSU Aztecs News
- Wikipedia: Volleyball
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Volleyball
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