UC Santa Barbara Women’s Volleyball remained undefeated in Big West Conference play with a 3-0 victory over the Utah Valley Wolverines on October 1, 2026, in Orem, Utah. The Gauchos won the sets 25-20, 25-19, and 26-24, securing their first win against Utah Valley since 2018 and improving their conference record to 3-0.
Auburn Tomkinson led the team with a season-best 15 kills on 20 attempts, hitting an impressive .750 with no errors. Gabi Martinez also added 15 kills and a solo block to support the team’s offense.
Setter Milan Rex recorded a double-double with 21 assists and 10 digs, contributing both offensively and defensively. The team’s collective effort allowed them to move into third place in the Big West standings, ahead of Cal Poly.
UC Santa Barbara will next face Sacramento State on October 3, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
CSB Take
The UC Santa Barbara Women’s Volleyball team’s sweep of Utah Valley demonstrates their strong start to Big West conference play and highlights significant progress, especially with Auburn Tomkinson’s efficient offensive output. The victory against a team they had not beaten since 2018 reflects the Gauchos’ growing competitiveness in the conference. Maintaining this momentum will be critical as they continue their conference schedule and pursue a top position in the Big West standings.
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