This past weekend, the A-team competed in a deep and competitive field, showing resilience and grit across multiple rounds of play. They opened pool play strong with convincing 2–0 wins over Cal Poly Pomona and UC Davis B, setting the tone early with clean execution and consistent pressure. Their final pool match against UCLA proved to be a tough battle, as the team dropped a hard-fought 0–2 match despite keeping both sets competitive. Finishing pool play 2–1 earned them a solid position heading into bracket play.

Momentum continued into the crossover and Gold rounds, where the A-team elevated their level. They delivered a statement 2–1 victory over Arizona A, grinding through a back-and-forth match that showcased their composure in key moments. That confidence carried over into the Gold Challenge, where they edged out Arizona State in another gritty three-set win. In Round 4 of Gold, the team battled past Utah Valley A in a dramatic 2–1 comeback before securing a clean 2–0 win against CSU Northridge. Their tournament run ultimately came to an end with a 0–2 loss to UC Irvine, but not before proving their ability to compete with top programs and earning a second place victory.

Standout performances from Arthur and Tuomas helped anchor the A-team throughout the weekend, providing stability, intensity, and leadership in key moments and earned them all tournament honors. Overall, the A-team displayed toughness, adaptability, and growth, continuing to build momentum as they push deeper into the season.

The B-team battled through a challenging weekend at the SCCVL MLK Invite, showing grit and fight across every round. Pool play opened with a tough 0–2 loss to Arizona State, but the team responded well, grinding out a hard-fought 2–1 win over CSU San Marcos. They carried that momentum into another three-set battle against CSU Long Beach B, securing a second 2–1 victory to finish pool play with a balanced 2–1 record and earn a spot in the championship crossover.

Bracket play brought no shortage of tight matches. The B-team faced UC Irvine in the Champ Crossover, falling 0–2 in a competitive matchup that sent them into the Silver bracket. In Silver Challenge, they went toe-to-toe with CSU Sacramento A, dropping a close 0–2 match that featured long rallies and narrow point margins. The team showed resilience in Silver Consolation, bouncing back with a gritty 2–1 win over Arizona A before closing out the weekend with a narrow 1–2 loss to San Diego State B in another hard-fought battle.

Varchas and Daniel delivered standout performances, especially in the match against Arizona State, bringing energy, composure, and key plays that set the tone for the team’s fight throughout the tournament. Despite the ups and downs, the B-team’s determination never wavered. Their ability to compete in tight sets, respond after setbacks, and push strong opponents to the limit highlights their growth and depth as the season continues.