Photography by Ashlynn Anthony, Volunteer

Senior Natalie Hughes, 1, and freshman Ava Ribakovs, 14, block Concordia’s ball. The Cru defeated Concordia University 29-27 on Sept. 1, 2026. UMHB Women’s Volleyball will play Texas Lutheran University Sept. 3.

Addison Yates, junior who ended the game with four kills, spikes the ball while Concordia defends. 

Ava Ribakovs, a freshman who led the Cru with 17 digs, jumps to block Concordia’s ball. 

Kaysen Miller, sophomore who ended the game with six aces and four kills, bumps incoming ball. 

Angie Garcia, sophomore who ended the game with 14 digs, serves the ball.

Garcia bumps the ball.