San Diego Gulls struggle in one-goal games, Mojo volleyball team on a roll

Gulls have six one-goal losses in last eight games, while Mojo win six of seven matches

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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The San Diego Gulls of the American Hockey League have struggled in close games recently, losing six one-goal contests in their last eight outings. Meanwhile, the San Diego Mojo of Major League Volleyball have won three straight matches and six of their last seven, led by strong performances from several players.

Why it matters

The Gulls' inability to win close games has kept them in the middle of the Pacific Division standings, though they still sit in a playoff position. The Mojo's recent hot streak has them in fourth place in the eight-team MLV, putting them in position to qualify for the postseason.

The details

The Gulls' one-goal losses have been marked by poor execution on the power play, as they went 2-for-16 with the man advantage during that stretch. The team will look to turn things around this weekend against Rockford before focusing solely on Pacific Division opponents for the remainder of the regular season. The Mojo, led by standout setter Marlie Monserez, have been paced by strong individual performances from Grace Loberg, Shara Venegas, and McKenna Vicini.

  • The Gulls' recent seven-game stretch included six one-goal losses.
  • The Mojo have won three straight matches and six of their last seven.

The players

Marlie Monserez

The Mojo's standout setter who was named MLV Player of the Week for Feb. 17-24 and ranks among league leaders in assists and digs.

Grace Loberg

A Mojo player who ranks sixth in the league in points.

Shara Venegas

A Mojo player who ranks second in the league in digs.

McKenna Vicini

A Mojo player who ranks seventh in the league in efficiency.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

The Gulls' struggles in close games highlight the importance of special teams play and execution in the tight race for the AHL playoffs, while the Mojo's hot streak demonstrates the team's ability to overcome challenges and remain in contention for a postseason berth in the MLV.