Point Loma Nazarene University delivered a dominating performance in a women’s volleyball match against Vanguard on September 30, 2026, at Golden Gym in San Diego. The Sea Lions swept the Vanguard Lions in three sets with scores of 25-13, 25-8, 25-13, recording their first three-set double-digit set win of the season and posting their highest attack percentage at .400.
Ila Rose, NCAA Division II leader in service aces per set, spearheaded the effort by serving a career-high nine aces in the match, including a pivotal stretch of five aces during an 8-0 run in the second set. Point Loma tallied 15 aces overall, the most in a match since October 9, 2021.
The Sea Lions exhibited remarkable efficiency, committing only three attacking errors across the first two sets while hitting .458 and .500, respectively. Gianna Callari led the offense with 11 kills and a .421 attack percentage, supported by seven kills each from Hailey Clark and Kyra Miles. On defense, Kira Federico, named back-to-back PacWest Defender of the Week, contributed a match-high 15 digs and added three blocks.
The victory improved Point Loma’s overall record to 10-4 and conference mark to 6-2. The Sea Lions are set to host No. 10 Cal Poly Pomona on October 1, 2026, for Dig Pink Night, aiming to build on their strong momentum in the PacWest Conference.
CSB Take
Point Loma Nazarene’s comprehensive sweep over Vanguard demonstrated the Sea Lions’ balance of powerful serving, efficient offense, and solid defense. Ila Rose’s standout service game, combined with the team’s effective hitting, established control throughout the match. This performance will be essential as Point Loma faces tougher competition, notably No. 10 Cal Poly Pomona, as they seek to strengthen their standing in the PacWest Conference.
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