HAYWARD, Calif. – The Cal State East Bay Pioneers women’s volleyball team secured a 3-1 victory over the Chico State Wildcats on October 2, 2026, at Pioneer Gymnasium. With this win, the Pioneers improved their overall record to 5-8 and 3-2 in California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) play.
East Bay dominated the first set 25-14 and held on to a tighter second set win, 25-22. Chico State rallied in the third set, taking it 25-23, but Cal State East Bay closed the match with a 25-16 fourth set victory.
The Pioneers posted a .178 hitting percentage with 54 kills and an impressive 15 service aces, while limiting the Wildcats to a .090 hitting percentage and 37 kills. Notably, Cal State East Bay did not allow any service aces from Chico State throughout the match.
Gianna Navarro led the Pioneers with 15 kills on a .316 hitting percentage and added four service aces, four digs, one solo block, and two block assists. Barakat Adekola contributed 13 kills, 19 digs, two service aces, and two solo blocks while hitting .243. Natali Herrera added 10 kills on a .346 hitting percentage.
Pi’ilani Carvalho directed the offense with 40 assists, along with 19 digs, three service aces, three kills, and four block assists. Kale’a Kuamo’o led the team’s defensive effort with 27 digs and added two service aces. At the net, East Bay totaled 14 team blocks, including seven solo blocks and 14 block assists; Carys Fouser contributed two solo blocks and five block assists.
CSB Take
Cal State East Bay’s balanced team effort both offensively and defensively played a crucial role in their 3-1 CCAA win over Chico State. Their aggressive serving and strong net defense limited the Wildcats’ offense effectively. Continued contributions from multiple players provide a solid foundation as the Pioneers prepare for upcoming conference challenges.
Source: Original report
