ORANGE, Calif. — Freshman middle blocker Sasha Pugh of the Chapman University women’s volleyball team was named SCIAC Athlete of the Week on September 14, 2026, following a dominant showing at the Whittier College Invitational.
Pugh led Chapman to a perfect 3-0 record at the event, highlighted by an upset of No. 19 Batten University. She averaged 3.77 kills per match and hit .400 during the weekend.
Her standout performance included a season-high 24 kills in the victory over Batten University. She also recorded 18 kills and four blocks in the match against Pacific, and tallied 17 kills against Whitman.
Starting every match of her collegiate career, Pugh has totaled 98 kills and 17 blocks to date. She ranks fourth in total kills and second in kills per game in the SCIAC conference. Pugh is the first Chapman athlete named Athlete of the Week in 2026.
Chapman University will open SCIAC play by hosting Pomona-Pitzer on September 24 at the Hutton Sports Center.
CSB Take
Sasha Pugh’s recognition as SCIAC Athlete of the Week highlights her immediate impact as a freshman and her vital role for Chapman University’s volleyball team. Her performance against ranked and competitive opponents signals her potential as a key player throughout the season. As Chapman begins conference play, Pugh’s consistent production and poise under pressure will be instrumental to the Panthers’ success.
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