Northwestern struggles with errors in losses to USC, UCLA
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 4:30 PM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026
Northwestern lost both of its Big Ten matches against USC and UCLA, failing to score more than 20 points in each set. The Wildcats made 11 service errors and 30 hitting errors during the weekend, which contributed significantly to their performance. Despite some bright spots from first-year players, the team’s offensive issues remain critical. Northwestern will need to minimize errors to compete effectively in upcoming matches.
- •Northwestern lost to USC and UCLA by a combined set score of 6-0.
- •The Wildcats recorded 11 service errors and 30 hitting errors over the weekend.
- •Bella Bullington and Campbell Paris struggled offensively against USC and UCLA.
- •Mara Štiglic was the standout performer with 23 kills across both matches.
- •Northwestern's next matches will be crucial for their Big Ten standings.
- 4:30 PMYahoo Sports — Set Point #6: A California Wake Up Call
"An 0-2 weekend for the Wildcats was riddled with errors.
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