Cal Lutheran Regals Defeated La Verne Leopards
The Regals secured a 3-1 conference win in Thousand Oaks on Saturday.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Volleyball
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The California Lutheran University Regals defeated the University of La Verne Leopards in a 3-1 victory at Gilbert Arena. This win snapped a seven-game losing streak against the Leopards that dated back to 2022.
Why it matters
The victory keeps California Lutheran University undefeated in conference play this season. This result shifts the conference standings as the Regals work to maintain their perfect league record.
Cal Lutheran recorded a team hitting percentage of .326 during the match compared to .189 for the University of La Verne. Makenna Kawamura contributed 29 assists, while Tarin Rueckert led with 18 kills and Keegan Corley tallied 22 digs.
The players
California Lutheran University Regals
This is the collegiate women's volleyball team representing California Lutheran University in Thousand Oaks.
University of La Verne Leopards
This is the collegiate women's volleyball team representing the University of La Verne.
Tarin Rueckert
She is a key player for the Cal Lutheran Regals who recorded 18 kills during the match.
Keegan Corley
She is a defensive standout for the Cal Lutheran Regals who recorded 22 digs during the match.
Makenna Kawamura
She is a primary playmaker for the Cal Lutheran Regals who recorded 29 assists during the match.
The details
The Regals dominated the match by winning the first set 25-19, the second set 25-13, and the fourth set 25-17. The University of La Verne managed to secure only the third set with a 25-19 score.
Timeline
The match took place on Saturday afternoon, October 10, 2026.
Cal Lutheran previously lost to the University of La Verne in 2022.
The next game against the Whittier College Poets is scheduled for October 13, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This victory strengthens the Regals' position as a conference contender by maintaining their 6-0 league record. Ending a seven-game losing streak significantly improves the team's momentum heading into the remainder of the season schedule.
The win elevates the Regals' conference record to 6-0 for the season. This result positions California Lutheran University as the leader in the conference standings as they prepare for their upcoming match.
The takeaway
Maintaining a clean 6-0 conference record is essential for securing a favorable postseason position. Teams that effectively utilize high-volume hitters and strong defensive specialists typically see better consistency throughout the season.
What happens next
The California Lutheran University Regals are scheduled to play the Whittier College Poets on October 13, 2026.
Further reading
For more information on the current season, visit the Volleyball section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Echo.
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