The University of Wyoming dropped a close three-set match to Pepperdine on Friday to open the Asics Classic in Malibu, California.
After dropping the first set 25-20, the Cowgirls (3-4) led the second set 24-19 only to see the Waves (5-2) rally for a 31-29 win. Pepperdine completed the sweep with a 27-25 victory.
Marissa Harmon had 33 assists and 10 digs for Wyoming, with Madi Fields (15) and Emily Lewis (13) combining for 28 digs.
The Cowgirls played Missouri State later Friday and will take on No. 8 Washington on Saturday.
