The No. 6 Pepperdine men's volleyball team dominated UC Merced, winning in straight sets (25-15, 25-12, 25-12) during their first match in Malibu. Matt Mazur led with 11 kills as the Waves showcased strong teamwork, adjusting their roles effectively. The match saw Pepperdine hit a high of .800 in the second set, while UC Merced struggled, hitting just negative percentages throughout. With the win, Pepperdine improved to 14-4 overall and remained unbeaten in conference play (5-0 MPSF).

By the Numbers
  • Pepperdine outhit UC Merced .419 to -.036 for the match.
  • Matt Mazur contributed 11 kills with a hitting percentage of .692.
State of Play
  • Pepperdine has won their last six matches.
  • The Waves dominated the match with a total of six service aces.
What's Next

The Waves will face UC Merced again in their second match, scheduled for tomorrow at 4 p.m., highlighting senior day festivities prior to the game.

Bottom Line

Pepperdine's consistent performance and dominant attacks position them strongly for continued success in their next match, as they aim to maintain their perfect conference record.