University of Denver
8-8,1-3WCC
Pepperdine
12-4,4-1WCC
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | Final F |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pepperdine | 25 | 25 | 25 | 3 |
| Denver | 18 | 14 | 20 | 0 |
Pioneers Fall to Pepperdine in Three Sets
10/8/2026 7:59:00 PM | Volleyball
DENVER – The University of Denver volleyball team fell to Pepperdine in three sets on Thursday night at Hamilton Gymnasium, dropping a 18-25, 14-25, 20-25 decision. The Pioneers move to 8-8 overall and 1-3 in West Coast Conference play.
LEADERS
Jamia Johnson and Alicia Thibodeau led Denver with six kills apiece, while Hailey Goebel added five. Ilayda Eren and Lily Van Hal recorded 13 assists each, while Madison Winkler helped anchor the Pioneers' defense with 13 digs.
NOTES
- Denver finished with 28 kills and hit .088 as a team.
- Pepperdine recorded 50 kills and hit .270, while totaling 13 blocks to Denver's six.
UP NEXT
The Pioneers will return to Hamilton Gymnasium on Saturday, Oct. 10, hosting Loyola Marymount at 1 p.m. MT as they continue West Coast Conference play.
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