VB | 18 Gaels See the Court in Five Set Exhibition Clash with CSU Bakersfield

VB | 18 Gaels See the Court in Five Set Exhibition Clash with CSU Bakersfield - SMC California Athletics

Gaels fans got a sneak peak of the 2025 Saint Mary's Volleyball squad on Saturday evening, as UCU Pavilion played host to SMC and the CSU Bakersfield Roadrunners in a preseason exhibition. The match marked the unofficial debut of Coach Tyler Hildebrand on the sidelines for Saint Mary's, whose season opener will take place in a little under two weeks in North Dakota. The Gaels got exactly what they wanted out of the exhibition, a chance to see 18…

VB | 18 Gaels See the Court in Five Set Exhibition Clash with CSU Bakersfield

The Saint Mary's Gaels volleyball team showcased their skills in a five-set exhibition match against CSU Bakersfield, marking the debut of Coach Tyler Hildebrand. This pre-season game allowed 18 of the 22 players to compete, providing valuable experience as they prepare for their season opener in North Dakota. The Gaels demonstrated strong offensive and defensive plays, taking early control in sets but struggling in the final two, ultimately los…