The Westmont College women’s volleyball team overcame a first-set loss to defeat Biola 3-1 on September 30, 2026, at Murchison Gymnasium in Santa Barbara, California. After dropping the opening set 21-25, Westmont rallied to win the next three sets 25-14, 25-15, and 25-21, showcasing a potent offense and strong defense.
Westmont posted a team hitting percentage of .341 compared to Biola’s .140 for the match. Senior Audrey Hyde led the Warriors with a match-high 14 kills on 26 attacks while hitting .538 without an error. Junior outside hitter Ceanna O’Loughlin contributed 11 kills and five block assists with a .429 hitting percentage, and Camila Cornejo-Farmer added 10 kills and five block assists, hitting .409 efficiently.
The Warriors dominated the second set offensively, hitting .609 with 14 kills and zero errors to even the match. Defensively, libero Rylee Elias led with 17 digs, while Alyson Wurster added 12 digs. Middle blocker Jordan Weston recorded nine block assists as part of 14 total team blocks that disrupted Biola’s offense. Setters Sierra McClure and Lily Underwood distributed the offense with 20 and 16 assists, respectively. Off the bench, Quin Frohoff contributed three kills and three blocks.
Westmont head coach Ruth McGolpin praised her team’s execution, composure during match delays, and defensive grit, emphasizing the importance of accountability and courage in tight moments to secure the win. The victory improved Westmont’s overall record to 6-8 and 3-3 in PacWest Conference play as they prepared to face No. 22 Concordia Irvine on October 2, 2026, at home.
CSB Take
Westmont College’s comeback win against Biola demonstrates the team’s resilience and ability to perform under pressure in the competitive PacWest Conference. The balanced offensive attack and strong defensive contributions from multiple players highlight a well-rounded team effort. This victory builds momentum as Westmont faces a nationally ranked opponent next, signaling their potential to maintain a high standard throughout the season.
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