In a dominant display, the Women's University of Saint Mary Spires claimed a decisive victory over the Graceland University Yellowjackets on August 26, 2025. This regular season opener ended with a clear 3-0 win for the Spires, starting their season on an exceptionally high note.

The first set saw the Spires set the tone early, overpowering the Yellowjackets with a convincing 25-13 score. Their offensive and defensive coordination was notably strong, a theme that carried throughout the match. The second set was more contested, but the Spires maintained control, edging out their opponents 25-21. In the third and final set, the Spires clinched their victory with a 25-18 score, demonstrating their sustained energy and strategic gameplay.

Key players significantly contributed to the win, with C. Byrd leading the attack with an impressive 11 kills, followed by E. Scalise and S. Hadley who added 6 and 3 kills respectively. The defensive gameplay was equally important, with multiple players making crucial plays: Sophia Frerking. and Chloe Byrd each had a block, while MJ Stephens also contributed significantly to the team's defense. On the defensive end, Gabby Kurle's 16 digs were instrumental, supported by Ava Bojanski and MJ Stephens with 8 and 9 digs respectively.

The Spires are scheduled to play their next game on August 29, 2025, at College of the Ozarks, aiming to build on their strong start to the season.