Chico, Calif. – Chico State opened strong in each set but couldn't slow a balanced and efficient Cal State San Bernardino attack Thursday night at Acker Gym, falling in straight sets 25–16, 25–15, 25–21. The Coyotes hit .286 as a team and never trailed beyond the midway point of any frame.

With the loss, Chico State falls to 4–10 overall and 0–7 in CCAA play. Cal State San Bernardino improves to 10–4 and 5–2 in conference.

Notable Performances
– Maria Wahl – 8 kills (.227), 11 digs
– Marley Harrison – 5 kills (.375), 7 digs, 2 blocks
– Claire Nordeen – 18 assists, 8 digs, 2 blocks
– Kailie Flores – 3 kills (.333), 1.5 blocks
– Jessie Camarillo – 9 digs, 1 assist

Match Summary
Set 1 – The Wildcats jumped out to a 10–5 lead, but Cal State San Bernardino responded with a 10–1 run and closed on a 6–1 surge to take the frame 25–16.
Set 2 – Chico scored the first two points but gave up eight straight in a run led by Cherniss and Pedersen. A brief Wildcat push was answered by another closing surge, 25–15.
Set 3 – Chico's most competitive set featured 5 ties and 2 lead changes. The Wildcats led as late as 15–14 before CSUSB used a 7–2 run to regain control and finish the sweep, 25–21.

By the Numbers
– Chico State hit .096 for the match (26 kills, 17 errors on 94 attempts)
– CSUSB hit .286 with 42 kills and only 12 errors on 105 swings
– The Wildcats were out-aced 10–5 and trailed in digs (45–56) and team blocks (5.0–4.0)
– Maria Wahl led the team in points (9.0), followed by Marley Harrison (6.5)
– Cal State San Bernardino recorded sideout percentages of 64%, 53%, and 59% across the three sets
– Chico's best set offensively was the third (.161 hitting)

Up Next
The Wildcats wrap up their two-match home stand Saturday against Cal State San Marcos. First serve is at 1 p.m. for the program's annual Dig Pink Day in support of breast cancer awareness.