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Stars power volleyball’s sweep in crucial conference match

Senior middle blocker Sierra Bauder and senior setter Brinley Beresford go up for a block against Point Loma on Oct. 26.
The Eagles dominated on both sides and broke a school record, getting revenge for an earlier loss to Point Loma.
Austin Green, Managing Editor October 26, 2018

Three Eagles recorded double-digit kill totals, one broke a school record for single-game hitting percentage and Biola volleyball swept a must-win match at Chase Gymnasium Friday over Point Loma Nazarene University, one of the Eagles’ toughest opponents. STARS SHINE, SHATTER RECORD The Eagles...

Volleyball loses four-set gut wrencher at APU

APU Volleyball successfully blocks an attack from senior opposite hitter Karly Dantuma [left] in this file photo from Oct. 3.
The Eagles dropped a nailbiter against rival Azusa Pacific on the road.
Joel Ashor and Austin Green October 23, 2018

Biola volleyball rode a 10-game win streak into Azusa Pacific University’s campus Tuesday looking to sweep the season series against their archrivals. With first place in the PacWest conference at stake, the Cougars avenged their five-set collapse in Chase Gymnasium three weeks ago, edging the Eagles...

Volleyball grabs 10th straight win

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Eagles continue winning streak with four-set victory over Concordia.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor October 20, 2018

Biola traveled to nearby PacWest rival Concordia University Irvine looking to keep their first-place spot in the conference intact. The Eagles came away with a hard-fought victory in four sets over the Eagles of Concordia. The first set was tight throughout, but an ace from sophomore middle blocker...

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 caps Hawaii trip with eighth straight win

Junior libero Kaitlin O'Brien subs in for senior opposite hitter Karly Dantuma in this file photo from Oct. 3, 2018.
Eagles win tough match to go 3-0 in Hawaii after four-set win over Hilo.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor October 13, 2018

Biola played their third and final game of their Hawaii trip Friday night, taking on Hawaii Hilo University in a PacWest matchup. The Eagles, led by strong overall team play, battled their way to a four-set victory against the Vulcans. A strong Hilo team jumped ahead 10-6 early, but Biola continued...

Volleyball starts Hawaii road trip with win

Redshirt sophomore outside hitter Christina DenBoer (15) celebrates during her teammates during Biola's win over Chaminade Oct. 9, 2018.
Eagles win sixth straight PacWest game in four-set win over Hawaii Pacific.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor October 10, 2018

After arriving in Hawaii Tuesday, volleyball took on Chaminade University Wednesday night to kick off a three-game stint against Hawaii schools in the PacWest. They came away with a four-set victory led by resilient play and a strong offensive showing from redshirt sophomore outside hitter Christina...

Volleyball takes tight five-set win

Junior outside hitter Sabrina Winslow digs a ball out during the Eagles' game against Azusa Pacific on Oct. 3, 2018. Photo by Michael Nerud / THE CHIMES [File]
Eagles continue winning ways in victory over Dominican.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor October 5, 2018

Following their five-set comeback win at home against Azusa Pacific University on Wednesday, volleyball was back in action at Chase Gymnasium to take on PacWest foe Dominican University Friday. The Eagles fought hard for a another five-set victory over the Penguins in a gritty performance. The Eagles...

Cornerstone comeback: Volleyball storms back for five-set win over APU

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Eagles rally from two sets down to take an instant classic from their archrivals.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor October 4, 2018

The sign above the scoreboard read “welcome to Biola,” and for the first two sets, Azusa Pacific University made themselves at home. But after squeaking out a win in set three, Biola volleyball turned the tables—and turned Wednesday’s Cornerstone Cup rivalry game into an instant classic. The...

Volleyball picks up win on the road

Junior outside hitter Sabrina Winslow (4) digs a ball out during the Eagles' game against Fresno Pacific on Sept. 28, 2018 as sophomore libro Sami Hover (15) and sophomore outside hitter Savannah Hilde (19) look on. Courtesy of George Rodriguez/Biola Athletics
Eagles win their seventh PacWest game at Fresno Pacific
Nicole Vogt, Freelance Writer September 28, 2018

Volleyball traveled to Fresno, Calif. Friday for a PacWest matchup against Fresno Pacific University. The Eagles fought their way to a four-set win led by a dominant performance from junior outside hitter Sabrina Winslow, a native of nearby Clovis, Calif. who started her collegiate career at Fresno State...

Two DenBoers, twelve Eagles, one sweep

Two DenBoers, twelve Eagles, one sweep
Volleyball picks up its fifth straight-set win in PacWest.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor September 26, 2018

Volleyball closed out their four-game homestand on Wednesday night, taking on Concordia University Irvine in a PacWest matchup. Biola came out on top with a sweep of the Eagles of Concordia, led by excellent overall team play. Biola started the first set on fire, taking an early 11-4 lead on a kill...

Volleyball returns to their sweeping ways

Brinley Beresford prepares to receive the ball during the Thursday game against Hawaii Hilo University, which ended in a five-set loss. The Eagles went on to a Saturday sweep against Hawaii Pacific University.
Eagles pick up straight-set win against strong Hawaii Pacific squad.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor September 22, 2018

Volleyball continued PacWest play Saturday night against Hawaii Pacific University looking to bounce back from a tough five-set loss against Hawaii Hilo University Thursday. They did just that, picking up their fourth sweep in five games led by a third set comeback. The Eagles came out on a roll,...

Volleyball loses in five sets

Biola Volleyball
Eagles break win streak after faltering against Hawaii Hilo.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor September 20, 2018

Riding a three-game win streak, volleyball returned to action looking to continue their winning ways against Hawaii Hilo University in a PacWest matchup at Chase Gymnasium on Thursday. Biola came out just on the wrong side of a thrilling five-setter, losing the final set 18-16. FORCING A FIFTH In...