The Chaminade University women's volleyball team kicked off their 2026 season with a decisive 3-0 victory over the University of Alaska Anchorage in the Hawai'i-Alaska Challenge. Lillie Hinton led the charge with 14 kills, while transfer Siria Guerini and Mykelle Brainard each contributed 8 kills, helping the Silverswords secure a sweep (25-22, 25-21, 25-19). This win marks a strong start for the team, rebounding from a disappointing performance in last year's Challenge.

By the Numbers
  • Chaminade recorded 46 kills, hitting at a .283 percentage.
  • Anchorage managed 32 kills with a .202 hitting percentage.
State of Play
  • The Silverswords utilized a crucial 6-1 run to close out the final set effectively.
  • Defensively, Chaminade out-dug Anchorage 45-36 despite being out-blocked 6-3.
What's Next

Chaminade will face the 16th-ranked Alaska Fairbanks in their next match, scheduled for noon on Friday, which will serve as a significant test early in the season.

Bottom Line

The strong performance against Anchorage sets a positive tone for Chaminade's 2026 season, highlighting their offensive prowess and defensive resilience鈥攁n encouraging sign as they gear up for tougher competition ahead.