News Summary
In a competitive matchup, George Washington University’s women’s volleyball team defeated UMBC 3-1. GW’s record improves to 3-4, while UMBC falls to 1-5. Taylor Treahy led GW with 19 kills, while UMBC’s Izzy Ostvig achieved a commendable triple-double. The victory represents a key step for GW as they prepare for upcoming challenges. Both teams displayed moments of intense competition, making this match a crucial aspect of the ongoing volleyball season.
Washington, D.C. – On September 12, 2025, George Washington University (GW) women’s volleyball secured a pivotal victory against UMBC, defeating them 3-1 in a match held in Washington, D.C. This victory marks an improvement in GW’s season record to 3-4, while UMBC’s record falls to 1-5.
The match commenced with GW claiming the first set 25-21, showcasing a powerful performance with 17 kills and a hitting percentage of .343. However, UMBC bounced back in the second set, winning 25-22 after a competitive series that included six ties and three lead changes.
GW regained their momentum in the third set, achieving a score of 25-18, which set the stage for a decisive fourth set. In this final stretch, GW outperformed UMBC 25-19, managing to achieve 16 kills compared to UMBC’s 13 kills, ultimately clinching the match.
Player Highlights
Leading the charge for GW was Taylor Treahy, who delivered an impressive performance with 19 kills and a hitting percentage of .410, while also contributing five blocks. Cianna Tejada and Cayla Cogan each made significant contributions as well, notching 14 kills apiece, which marked new career highs for both players. Setter Abby Markworth excelled with 50 assists and added three kills to the team’s efforts.
Defensively, Lydia Zeng led GW with 16 digs, helping to stifle UMBC’s offensive plays throughout the match. As a collective, the GW team tallied a total of 64 kills with a team hitting percentage of .276.
UMBC’s Performance
Despite the loss, UMBC had notable performances, particularly from Izzy Ostvig, who achieved a triple-double with 12 kills, 14 assists, and 12 digs. This impressive feat places her among only three players in the program’s history to accomplish a triple-double. Other standout players for UMBC included Jalynn Brown with 13 kills, Claudia Llamas contributing eight kills and three blocks, and Hannah Dobbs with eight kills and 11 digs. Hannah Howard also performed significantly on defense, leading UMBC with a total of 14 digs.
Upcoming Matches
Looking ahead, GW volleyball prepares for another match against the Loyola Greyhounds scheduled for 4 PM on September 13, 2025, at the Smith Center. This match will not be streamed, but fans can stay updated by checking GWSports.com. Conversely, UMBC will take on George Mason at the same time, which will be broadcast on ESPN+ as they seek to improve their season record.
Contextual Background
The victory over UMBC is an essential step for GW in the current volleyball season as they aim to build momentum before entering further matches. With recent performance fluctuations, every win becomes crucial as teams line up for conference matchups later in the season. The loss for UMBC, on the other hand, indicates areas for improvement as they continue to seek success and develop their young talent through competitive play.
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Additional Resources
- GW Sports: Volleyball Defeats UMBC
- Wikipedia: Volleyball
- UMBC Retrievers: Ostvig Records Triple-Double
- Google Search: Women’s Volleyball News
- GW Sports: Volleyball Concludes Homestand
- Google Scholar: Women’s Volleyball
- Georgetown Hoyas: Hoyas Drop Match
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Volleyball
- Temple Owls: Greene Dominates Against GW
- Google News: Volleyball Updates
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