Maryland women’s volleyball sweeps Howard in season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 10:40 AM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Maryland women’s volleyball secured a 3-0 victory over Howard in their season opener on August 28, 2026, in Washington, D.C. The Terps struggled early, trailing in the first set before rallying to win 25-23. Maryland dominated the second set 25-14, showcasing a balanced offense. Howard challenged the Terps in the final set, but Maryland held on for the sweep. Key standout Sara Toth contributed 46 assists in her debut, and the team will next compete at the Big Ten-SEC Challenge.
- •Maryland won the first set 25-23 after trailing 17-12.
- •The Terps claimed the second set decisively, 25-14.
- •Sara Toth recorded 46 assists and two kills in her debut.
- •Ava Brown led Maryland with 17 kills against Howard.
- •Maryland will compete in the Big Ten-SEC Challenge next.
- 10:40 AMYahoo Sports — Maryland volleyball takes down Howard, 3-0, in season opener
"The Terps stormed into the district with relentless offense to lay the groundwork for their 2026 campaign.
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