The Evergreen State College Geoducks opened their 2026 volleyball season at the Friends Invitational, facing Peru State College and Friends University. In their first match, they lost to Peru State 3-0, losing each set 25-22, before falling to Friends University 3-1, after winning the first set 25-22 but losing the next three. Despite strong performances from players like Sophia Scroggins and Zofia Formella, the team struggled to maintain momentum against both opponents.

By the Numbers
  • Sophia Scroggins recorded 10 kills and 8 digs against Peru State.
  • Evergreen achieved a total of 9.0 team blocks against Friends, led by Mikayla Kelly with 3 block solos.
State of Play
  • The Geoducks have a record of 0-2 after their opening matches at the Friends Invitational.
  • Sophomore Jaci Yamada led the team with 17 digs in the match against Friends University.
What's Next

The Geoducks will continue their participation in the Friends Invitational with two matches scheduled for Saturday, August 22, against Oklahoma Panhandle State University and MidAmerica Nazarene University.

Bottom Line

To turn their season around, Evergreen needs to capitalize on their strengths, particularly their blocking and coordinated attacks, while improving consistency in subsequent matches.