REDLANDS, Calif. – The University of Redlands women’s volleyball team secured a 3-1 victory over Westcliff University in their home opener at Currier Gym on September 14, 2026. The Bulldogs won the sets 25-12, 19-25, 25-18, and 25-19 to improve their season record to 2-5.
Freshman outside hitter Jaycee Hullar led the offense with a career-high 14 kills. Sophomore outside hitter Lily Kautai added 12 kills. Junior setter Makenna Vanhofwegen had team highs with 27 assists and 18 digs, while Olivia Stanley contributed eight assists and 13 digs. Senior middle blocker Makaila Brooks recorded three total blocks.
The Bulldogs took control early, opening the first set with a 16-3 lead and closing it 25-12. Westcliff responded in the second set, winning 25-19 to even the match. Redlands regained momentum by taking the third set 25-18. In the fourth set, the Bulldogs put together a decisive 10-0 run to close out the set 25-19 and the match.
Redlands will next compete at the Cal Lu Fornia Invitational in Thousand Oaks on September 18, facing Hardin-Simmons University at 4 p.m. and the University of California, Santa Cruz at 7 p.m.
CSB Take
The University of Redlands women’s volleyball team showcased depth and resilience in their home opener victory. Jaycee Hullar’s career-high performance highlights her growing contribution to the team’s offense. Balanced efforts across the roster provide a solid foundation as the Bulldogs aim to improve their overall record and compete strongly in their upcoming matches.
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