Biola’s season ended with a 3-1 loss to Concordia in the PacWest tournament semifinals, but the Eagles made their deepest conference-tournament run and finished third in the league. Their 19 wins marked a 10-win improvement since Brian Failinger took over, establishing Biola as a PacWest contender ahead of 2027.

By the Numbers
  • Biola finished 19-7 overall and 14-4 in PacWest play.
  • The Eagles won 9 of 9 regular-season matches at Chase Gymnasium.
  • Biola’s win total rose from 9 in 2024 to 17 in 2025 and 19 in 2026.
  • Haylee LaFontaine had 10 kills and 11 digs against Concordia.
Yes, But

The semifinal loss was a tough finish: Concordia dominated the third set and edged a closely contested fourth. Still, Biola’s season was defined by its growth, postseason breakthrough and individual honors—not just its final result.

What's Next

Biola will look to build on its momentum in 2027, though the team will move forward without seniors Ashlyn Beebe, Hannah Hanson, Madison Moore, Payton Tully and Lexi Lambert.

Bottom Line

Biola has changed its standard: after three years of steady gains, the Eagles are no longer simply trying to reach the tournament—they’re positioned to compete for a PacWest title.