The Concordia University Irvine Golden Eagles women’s volleyball team dominated the Hawai’i Hilo Vulcans with a 3-0 victory on September 16, 2026, at CU Arena in Irvine, California. The Golden Eagles won the sets 25-16, 25-17, and 25-13, elevating their conference record to 2-0 in the PacWest Conference.
Senior outside hitter Kayden Croy spearheaded the Golden Eagles offense with 12 kills, a .429 hitting percentage, and six block assists. Freshman outside hitter Livia Eyre posted a double-double, contributing 11 kills and 11 digs. Graduate setter Nevada Knowles facilitated the offense effectively, tallying 28 assists along with four service aces, including several successful dump kills that kept Hawai’i Hilo off balance.
Concordia maintained strong offensive efficiency as a team, hitting at a .281 clip while holding the Vulcans to a .046 hitting percentage. Defensively, the Golden Eagles registered seven total blocks, asserting control throughout the match.
The Golden Eagles aim to maintain their unbeaten conference start when they host the Hawai’i Pacific women’s volleyball team on September 18, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. PT, also at CU Arena.
CSB Take
This convincing sweep underscores Concordia University Irvine’s promising start in PacWest Conference play, reflecting both strong offensive execution and stalwart defense. Kayden Croy’s leadership and production, combined with standout contributions from emerging talents like Livia Eyre and experienced setting from Nevada Knowles, create a balanced and formidable team dynamic. Sustaining this level of performance as the season progresses will be vital for the Golden Eagles’ pursuit of conference success.
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