Arizona volleyball drops exhibition at New Mexico
Too many errors for the Wildcats in their final warmup for the 2026 season
On August 22nd, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the Arizona volleyball team suffered a 3-1 exhibition loss to the New Mexico Lobos. The game, held at the Albuquerque venue, showcased the challenges the Wildcats face as they prepare for the upcoming season. Despite their new 6-2 offense, Arizona struggled to capitalize on their 45 assists, with the team collectively hitting only .137.
Freshman middle blocker Marina Vosloo was the only Wildcat to score above a .227 hitting rate, contributing five kills and two total blocks. Destiny Ndam-Simpson delivered the highest kill percentage among Arizona players, with 18 kills and two aces. The Lobos, led by Destiny Ndam-Simpson, showcased a tenacious performance, generating 18 kills and two aces.
They also managed to turn 40% of their attempts into kills, a stark contrast to Arizona's 12 service errors. The New Mexico team demonstrated remarkable resilience, closing out the match in a four-point hole only to have Arizona commit two consecutive attacking errors, plunging them deeper into trouble. Arizona's errors, both in hitting and service, became the narrative of the day, with 40% of their swings turning into errors and 12 service errors contributing to their downfall.
The Wildcats acknowledged the need for improvement, with just a week remaining before their season opener against Prairie View A&M on August 28th.
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