WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – The Webber International University women's volleyball team saw its 2026 season come to a close Tuesday evening, falling to Keiser University in straight sets (17-25, 19-25, 18-25) in the SUN Conference Quarterfinals at the Student Life Center. The Warriors finish the season with a 17-17 overall record.
Webber battled throughout the opening set, trading points early with the Seahawks. Kills from Cristina Marrero, Brianna Adams, Cassandra Kendall and Ninette Romero Lopez helped the Warriors stay within reach. A block by Lucianna Marinella and Kendall sparked a defensive stop, while Marinella added a kill late in the set. However, Keiser used a late scoring run to take the opening frame, 25-17.
The Warriors came out strong in the second set, jumping ahead 3-0 behind a series of Keiser errors and continued pressure at the net. Webber maintained its advantage through the early stages, with Marinella contributing defensively alongside Kendall. The Seahawks eventually answered with a run to even the score before taking control midway through the set. Webber continued to battle, with kills from Marinella, Romero Lopez and Yaleesmar Rivera Rosa helping keep the Warriors within striking distance. Keiser ultimately closed out the set, 25-19.
In the third set, Webber looked to extend the match and fought to stay within striking distance. The Warriors received contributions from across the lineup, including kills from Marrero, Romero Lopez and Rivera Rosa. Naylim Andrews provided a spark with a service ace, while Kara Doan and Adams teamed up for a key block. Despite the late push, Keiser maintained its lead to secure the 25-18 set victory and advance to the SUN Conference Semifinals.
Romero Lopez led the Warriors offensively with eight kills, followed by Marrero with five and Adams and Cassandra Kendall with four apiece. Katelyn Bobo paced the offense with 13 assists, while Marinella added 11 assists and a team-high two blocks. Alejandra Aponte led the defensive effort with 13 digs, followed by Doan with 10 and Rivera Rosa with nine.
Webber finished the match with 28 kills, 25 assists and 49 digs. The Warriors also recorded four total blocks and three service aces.
Career Milestones
The 2026 season also marked the conclusion of several impressive careers and the continued success of a key contributor in the Webber program.
