News Summary
The UNLV volleyball team is set to host the Grand Canyon Lopes for their Mountain West Conference home opener at The Pavilion. The match, scheduled for October 9, will be highlighted as Race and Mental Health Awareness Night. Fans can purchase courtside seating and access live stats and match streaming options. Following this, UNLV will face the rival San Diego State Aztecs. With noteworthy individual performances this season, the team looks to continue building on their success while also supporting important social issues.
Las Vegas, NV – UNLV Volleyball Set to Host Grand Canyon in Conference Home Opener on October 9
The UNLV volleyball team is poised to face the Grand Canyon Lopes on October 9, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. PT in their home opener for the Mountain West Conference at The Pavilion. This match will also be recognized as Race and Mental Health Awareness Night, combining sports with a significant message.
Fans eager to watch the match in person can purchase courtside seating for $25. Additional options for following the game will include live stats and match streaming available through the Mountain West Network and the MW App.
Upcoming Matches Include Rivalry with San Diego State
Following the match against Grand Canyon, UNLV will compete against the San Diego State Aztecs on October 11 at 12 p.m. PT. Currently, UNLV holds an overall record of 8-5, with a 2-1 mark within Mountain West play. They recently tallied a 1-1 record on a road trip, defeating UNR and suffering a loss to Air Force.
Noteworthy Performances This Season
UNLV’s recent performances showcase some strong individual contributions. Basia Latos achieved 12 kills with a hitting percentage of .476 against UNR, while Jaida Harris led in scoring with 14 kills and a .417 hitting percentage across both matches against UNR and Air Force. Kaia Thiele made a significant impact by securing a double-double with 26 assists and 11 digs in the match against UNR. Meanwhile, Calaigh King recorded 12 digs against UNR and further contributed with 15 digs in the matchup against Air Force.
The Rebels are scheduled for additional home matches, with the next against New Mexico on October 16, followed by another encounter with San Diego State on October 18.
Grand Canyon Lopes’ Recent Struggles
The Grand Canyon Lopes enter this match needing to turn things around. They recently fell to both Wyoming and Colorado State, struggling to maintain their footing in the competition.
Competition Overview
In looking at the broader conference landscape, San Diego State currently leads the Mountain West with an undefeated record of 4-0, having secured wins against Air Force and UNR. The overall season will see UNLV compete in a total of 28 regular-season matches, which include 18 Mountain West contests.
Key Player Statistics
In terms of team statistics, Caleigh King has emerged as a standout defensive player this season, currently leading the team in digs with a total of 176, averaging 3.38 digs per set. Meanwhile, Jaida Harris is leading the team offensively with 148 kills at an average of 3.38 kills per set and has also contributed 22 service aces. Kaia Thiele has demonstrated her skills as a setter, recording 238 assists this season for an average of 5.17 assists per set. Rheanna Deen-Jackson has been dominant at the net, leading UNLV in total blocks with 66, and averaging 1.27 blocks per set.
The upcoming match against Grand Canyon is not just about volleyball, but it’s also a platform for increasing awareness around important social issues. Fans are encouraged to attend and support both the team and the cause on October 9 at The Pavilion.
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Additional Resources
- UNLV Rebels Volleyball: Rebels Defeat In-State Rival UNR
- Google Search: UNLV volleyball
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Volleyball
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- Wikipedia: UNLV Rebels Volleyball
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