Women's Volleyball

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Jan. 21, 2026 10:57 p.m.

Maggie Li discusses volleyball journey, from Beijing to UCLA

Junior outside hitter Maggie Li celebrates with her teammates. (Vanessa Man/Daily Bruin)

Maggie Li’s story did not begin at UCLA – and it did not begin with volleyball either.
In fact, the junior outside hitter competed in swimming and even considered pursuing a future in tennis.

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Jan. 21, 2026 6:27 p.m.

UCLA women’s volleyball coach Alfee Reft leaves program

This post was updated Jan. 23 at 1:33 p.m.
Coach Alfee Reft departed UCLA women’s volleyball to pursue professional opportunities, UCLA athletics announced Wednesday.
“After heavy deliberation, I have decided to focus on myself and my family with opportunities outside of collegiate coaching,” Reft said in a written statement.

By Gabriela Garcia

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Garcia’s Glimpses: Women’s volleyball shows potential to dominate despite inconsistent 2025 campaign

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Dec. 5, 2025 9:20 p.m.

UCLA women’s volleyball falls to Kentucky in NCAA 2nd round, ending postseason run

And it ends.
A season full of elevated expectations is over.
No. 8 seed UCLA women’s volleyball (19-13, 12-8 Big Ten) fell to No. 1 seed Kentucky (27-2, 15-0 SEC) in a four-set thriller in the second round of the NCAA tournament Friday night at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky.
“I’m proud of our team for the match we played tonight, certainly for the run we had in this tournament,” said coach Alfee Reft.

By Gabriela Garcia

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Dec. 5, 2025 2:25 p.m.

UCLA women’s volleyball underdogs entering match with No. 1 seed Kentucky

Tom Brady is considered the “GOAT” because of his unique ability to lead historic comebacks and prevail in crucial moments.
Seven rings speak for themselves.
Brady earned one of these rings after leading a 25-point second-half comeback against the Atlanta Falcons in Super Bowl LI – the largest squandered lead in Super Bowl history – and orchestrating a game-winning drive in overtime to secure the championship victory.

By Grant Walters

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Dec. 4, 2025 5:01 p.m.

UCLA women’s volleyball outlasts Georgia Tech in five-set NCAA 1st round game

This post was updated Dec. 4 at 7:02 p.m.
No one needs a reminder of how quickly fortunes can shift in the postseason.
The last time the Bruins made it to the NCAA tournament was in 2021, where they fell in the regional semifinals.

By Una O'Farrell

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Dec. 3, 2025 10:55 p.m.

UCLA women’s volleyball 2025 NCAA tournament predictions

This post was updated Dec. 4 at 3:51 p.m.
No. 8 seed UCLA women’s volleyball (18-12, 12-8 Big Ten) returns to the NCAA tournament to face Georgia Tech (16-13, 11-9 ACC) on Thursday after a three-year drought.

By Gabriela Garcia, Grant Walters, Kai Dizon, Chloe Agas, and Sinclair Richman

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Dec. 3, 2025 7:38 p.m.

UCLA women’s volleyball to face Georgia Tech in first postseason game since 2021

Many people quit before they fulfill challenging aspirations.
Only those who embrace challenges will accomplish their goals and receive praise.
No. 8 seed UCLA women’s volleyball (18-12, 12-8 Big Ten) faced substantial adversity throughout its 2025 regular season campaign, but the squad clinched its first postseason bid in coach Alfee Reft’s Westwood tenure.

By Grant Walters

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Nov. 29, 2025 8:13 p.m.

UCLA women’s volleyball beats Michigan, Michigan State to end conference play

This post was updated Nov. 30 at 8:43 p.m.
On a weekend built around gratitude, the Bruins found something of their own to be grateful for – their grit.