UH Hilo volleyball team defeats No. 16 Alaska in Hawaii-Alaska Challenge
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 9:36 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
VolleyballThe UH Hilo volleyball team secured a win over No. 16 Alaska, triumphing 27-25, 17-25, 25-19, 25-22 on August 22 during the Hawaii-Alaska Challenge held at Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium. Alohi Garcia led the Vulcans with 17 kills and 18 digs, while Chase Koepke contributed 15 kills. Anolani Santos recorded 47 assists for Hilo, improving their record to 2-0. Alaska's performance included 15 kills from Haylee Lyons but resulted in a setback, leaving them at 2-1 following the match. Both teams are set to continue their seasons as they aim for improved standings.
- •UH Hilo improves to 2-0 in the season.
- •Alohi Garcia led with 17 kills and 18 digs.
- •Game held at Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium.
- •Alaska drops to 2-1 following the loss.
- •Anolani Santos tallied 47 assists for UH Hilo.
- 9:36 PMYahoo Sports — UH Hilo volleyball team tops No. 16 Alaska
"Alohi Garcia finished with 17 kills and 18 digs, and Chase Koepke added 15 kills as Hawaii Hilo beat No. 16 Alaska 27-25, 17-25, 25-19, 25-22 in the Hawaii-Alaska Challenge on Friday at Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium. Logan Blutreich had 13 kills, Anolani Santos recorded 47 assists, and Maiah Kalima posted four aces and 17 digs for the Vulcans (2-0). Haylee Lyons had 15 kills and Cynphany ...
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