MORAGA, Calif. – (November 22, 2025) – Washington State battled through long rallies and produced several late-set pushes, but the Cougars came up just short in a competitive straight-set match at Saint Mary's on Saturday afternoon inside UCU Pavilion (25-17, 25-23, 25-17).
The Cougars (16-10, 10-6 WCC) stayed within striking distance throughout the day despite the Gaels' home-floor momentum, forcing 17 ties and 12 lead changes across three sets. WSU's defensive effort kept them alive in every frame, highlighted by 47 digs.
Lucie Blau017eková delivered another efficient performance, leading the Cougars with eight kills on a blistering .