University of Northern Colorado Athletics
Kassidy Schwartz | UNC Athletics
PREVIEW: Bears Prepare to Defend The Den in Critical Conference Matches
10/28/2025 10:43:00 AM | Women's Volleyball
GREELEY, Colo. – Northern Colorado Volleyball (9-12, 6-3 Big Sky) continues Big Sky Conference play this week with two pivotal home match ups. The Bears will face Montana State (11-9, 6-3 Big Sky) on Thursday, October 30, followed by Montana (14-6, 6-3 Big Sky) on Saturday, November 1, at the Bank of Colorado Arena. UNC will look to capitalize on its home court advantage and secure two key conference victories.
Before those match ups, the Bears will open a three-game home stand with a challenging non-conference contest against No. 23 Colorado (18-3, 9-1 Big 12) tonight, Tuesday, October 28, at 6 p.m. MT. The two teams last met last season, when the Bears earned a thrilling five-set win over the Buffaloes at the CU Events Center.
Northern Colorado is looking to rebound after a straight-set road loss to Northern Arizona. In that match, Brynn Reines and Isabel Bennett each tallied nine kills, while Nerea Alvares Jorge led the offense with 33 assists. Defensively, Bella LePore anchored the back row with 16 digs.
The Bears aim to bounce back strong and earn three home wins this week to strengthen both their overall and conference records.
First serve for all matches is set for 6 p.m. MT.
Fans can watch live on ESPN+, follow live stats, and stay updated through the team's official social media channels.
Scouting the Opponents
Montana State
The Bobcats hold an 11-9 overall record and a 6-3 mark in Big Sky play. They enter Thursday's contest riding a two-match win streak after defeating Weber State (3-1) and Idaho State (3-0). In their first meeting this season, Montana State topped the Bears in four sets.
Montana
The Grizzlies have posted an impressive 14-6 record with a 6-3 conference mark. They are currently on a three-match win streak, earning wins over Portland State (3-2), Idaho State (3-1), and Weber State (3-1). Earlier this season, Northern Colorado defeated Montana in four sets on the road.
FOLLOW THE BEARS
Fans can follow and stay up to date on all the Bear action online and on social media. Follow the Bears on X (formerly Twitter) (@UNC_BearsVB), Instagram (@UNC_BearsVB), and Facebook (/UNCBearsVB)
Before those match ups, the Bears will open a three-game home stand with a challenging non-conference contest against No. 23 Colorado (18-3, 9-1 Big 12) tonight, Tuesday, October 28, at 6 p.m. MT. The two teams last met last season, when the Bears earned a thrilling five-set win over the Buffaloes at the CU Events Center.
Northern Colorado is looking to rebound after a straight-set road loss to Northern Arizona. In that match, Brynn Reines and Isabel Bennett each tallied nine kills, while Nerea Alvares Jorge led the offense with 33 assists. Defensively, Bella LePore anchored the back row with 16 digs.
The Bears aim to bounce back strong and earn three home wins this week to strengthen both their overall and conference records.
First serve for all matches is set for 6 p.m. MT.
Fans can watch live on ESPN+, follow live stats, and stay updated through the team's official social media channels.
Scouting the Opponents
Montana State
The Bobcats hold an 11-9 overall record and a 6-3 mark in Big Sky play. They enter Thursday's contest riding a two-match win streak after defeating Weber State (3-1) and Idaho State (3-0). In their first meeting this season, Montana State topped the Bears in four sets.
Montana
The Grizzlies have posted an impressive 14-6 record with a 6-3 conference mark. They are currently on a three-match win streak, earning wins over Portland State (3-2), Idaho State (3-1), and Weber State (3-1). Earlier this season, Northern Colorado defeated Montana in four sets on the road.
FOLLOW THE BEARS
Fans can follow and stay up to date on all the Bear action online and on social media. Follow the Bears on X (formerly Twitter) (@UNC_BearsVB), Instagram (@UNC_BearsVB), and Facebook (/UNCBearsVB)
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