Martinez Sets Career-High 21 Kills in Gauchos’ Loss to Waves

MALIBU, Calif. – Despite a career-best offensive performance from All-Big West Preseason team member Gabi Martinez, the UC Santa Barbara Women’s Volleyball team sank 3-1 to the Pepperdine Waves Friday night. Sophomore outside hitter Martinez ended with an all-time high of 21 kills, beating her previous record of 19, which she logged twice her freshman year. She also ended the match with a .452 hit percentage and a match-high 22.5 points. HOW IT HAPPENED Martinez opened the match with a dart down the left line, beginning her four-set campaign. The Gauchos led through 11-10 before the Waves caught up to…