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Volleyball sweeps Notre Dame de Namur

Biola's volleyball team goes in for a strike.
Seniors created havoc for NDNU, winning 3-0 in their final game of the season.
Gigi Fierro November 23, 2019

The Eagles faced Notre Dame de Namur University on Saturday, Nov. 23, winning 3-0 at home. Some of the Eagles were finishing their season and volleyball career as the coaching and athletic staff celebrated their senior athletes. This emotional match up fueled the intensity, energy and fire for tonight,...

Volleyball looks to carry their last season successes into 2019

Volleyball looks to carry their last season successes into 2019
The Eagles are losing five seniors but have hope in their athletic underclassmen.
Andi Basista, News Editor April 25, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Apr. 25, 2019). Biola volleyball had a spectacular 2018 season going 30-6 overall and 19-3 in the PacWest conference. The Eagles were nearly undefeated at home (12-1) and had a monumental 12-game winning streak mid-season. The squad reached great levels...

Home sweep home for Volleyball

Sophomore middle blocker Bekah Roth serves a ball during the Eagles' game against Azusa Pacific University on Oct. 3, 2018.
Eagles return home from Hawaii and pick up straight-set win.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor October 19, 2018

After an undefeated three-game road trip in Hawaii, volleyball returned home to Chase Gymnasium on Friday to take on PacWest foe Notre Dame de Namur University. The Eagles remained consistent throughout the match en route to a sweep of the Argonauts. “We defensively played really well, we blocked...

Volleyball sweeps Fresno Pacific

Sophomore libero Sami Hover digs a ball out as two other volleyball players watch.
The Eagles earned a straight-set win in their home opener.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor September 8, 2018

Volleyball started PacWest play with their home opener against Fresno Pacific University, coming away with a sweep of the Sunbirds. The Eagles got strong offensive play from all their hitters, and appeared extremely prepared in the dominant win. “We watched a lot of film and were ready for what...

Volleyball splits doubleheader at NCAA showcase

Volleyball splits doubleheader at NCAA showcase
The Eagles opened play at APU with a four-set win and a four-set loss.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor August 30, 2018

Volleyball began play at Azusa Pacific University’s West Region Showcase Thursday with a four-set win against Northwest Nazarene University, followed by a four-set loss to Cal State University San Bernardino. The Eagles started the day with their second straight match against NNU, and just like...

Volleyball takes down No. 19 NNU

Ladies of the volleyball team work together to defeat Holy Names University with a three-set sweep on Friday night in Chase Gymnasium.
Aaron Seltzer’s team beat their first ranked opponent of the season to improve to 2-1 in nonconference play.
August 25, 2018

The Eagles finished their Idaho trip Saturday with a crucial five-set win versus host Northwest Nazarene University, the no. 19 team in NCAA Division II. Read more on Biola Athletics

Volleyball wins season opener

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The Eagles beat a former conference rival in a marathon match before losing the second game of their doubleheader.
Austin Green, Managing Editor August 24, 2018

Year two of NCAA Division II play started with a bang for Biola Volleyball Friday when the Eagles beat Dixie State University in a five-set thriller that needed extra points to be decided. However, the team quickly got a gut check when it fell in four sets to Cal State Monterey Bay in its second match...

Volleyball continues winning streak

Volleyball continues winning streak
Eagles win fourth straight in four set victory over Dominican.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor November 7, 2017
Eagles win fourth straight in four set victory over Dominican.

Volleyball claims sixth straight victory

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Eagles continue to roll, beating Notre Dame de Namur in four sets.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor October 23, 2017
Eagles continue to roll, beating Notre Dame de Namur in four sets.

Nearly time for NCAA

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Biola volleyball has three new recruits, coaching changes and young players to usher in a new season.
Dale Fredriks, Writer May 3, 2017
Biola volleyball has three new recruits, coaching changes and young players to usher in a new season.

Defense sets Eagles up for success

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A rough offensive outing for volleyball proves enough for a three-set win against William Jessup.
Dale Fredriks, Writer October 23, 2016
A rough offensive outing for volleyball proves enough for a three-set win against William Jessup.

Working out the kinks

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Volleyball starts week with a pair of wins but ends on a sour note.
Dale Fredriks, Writer September 21, 2016
Volleyball starts week with a pair of wins but ends on a sour note.