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Webber Warriors Split SUN Conference Beach Volleyball Tourney Opener
The Warriors took down Loyola New Orleans but fell to Ave Maria on Day 1 of the conference tournament in Sarasota.
Apr. 11, 2026 at 3:51am
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The Warriors' split results on the first day of the SUN Conference beach volleyball tournament showcase the competitive nature of the conference.Sarasota TodayThe Webber International Beach Volleyball team split its two matches on the opening day of the SUN Conference Beach Volleyball Tournament in Sarasota, Florida. The Warriors started the day with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Loyola New Orleans before falling 3-0 to Ave Maria later in the day.
Why it matters
As one of the top beach volleyball programs in the SUN Conference, the Warriors' performance on the opening day of the tournament will set the tone for the rest of the event and impact their seeding and momentum heading into the later rounds.
The details
Against Loyola New Orleans, the Warriors rallied from an early deficit to claim the 3-2 win. However, they were unable to carry that momentum into their second match, losing 3-0 to Ave Maria. The tournament features the top beach volleyball teams from the SUN Conference competing for the conference championship.
- The SUN Conference Beach Volleyball Tournament took place on April 11, 2026 in Sarasota, Florida.
- The Warriors opened the day with a 3-2 win over Loyola New Orleans.
- The Warriors then fell 3-0 to Ave Maria later in the day.
The players
Webber International Warriors
The beach volleyball team from Webber International University, a private university located in Babson Park, Florida.
Loyola New Orleans
A university located in New Orleans, Louisiana that competes in the SUN Conference for beach volleyball.
Ave Maria
A university located in Ave Maria, Florida that competes in the SUN Conference for beach volleyball.
What’s next
The Warriors will continue competing in the SUN Conference Beach Volleyball Tournament over the next two days, with the championship match scheduled for Sunday, April 13th.
The takeaway
The opening day of the SUN Conference Beach Volleyball Tournament saw the Webber International Warriors split their matches, showcasing the competitive nature of the conference and setting the stage for an exciting conclusion to the event.
