Manitoba Bronze

Mariners earn third CCAA medal in three seasons with a 3-1 bronze medal match win at the 2026 CCAA National Championship

VIU Mariners Women's Volleyball celebrate their CCAA national bronze medals
The Mariners celebrate their national bronze medals after defeating the University of Alberta-Augustana 3-1 at the 2026 CCAA Women's Volleyball National Championship. Photo courtesy Providence University College / CCAA
Box Score
March 14, 2026

Recap courtesy the CCAA

Match 12 – Bronze Medal Match: Vancouver Island University Mariners 3, Augustana Vikings 1
 
 
In an exciting and high-level bronze medal match, the Vancouver Island University Mariners defeated the Augustana Vikings in four sets (25-17, 26-28, 28-26, 25-22) to capture the national bronze medal. The turning point of the match came in the third set, when the Vikings built a commanding 13–4 lead before the Mariners mounted an impressive comeback to claim the set 28–26. VIU were able to close out the 4th set to secure back-to-back bronze medal finishes at the CCAA Women's Volleyball National Championship.
 
Lauren Hoard was named the VIU Player of the Game after delivering a strong all-around performance with 15 kills, 15 digs, and two blocks, proving pivotal in key moments throughout the match. Regan Ingram and Grace Brisebois added 15 and 14 kills respectively, with Brisebois also contributing three service aces and four blocks. Libero Jordy Exner anchored the Mariners' defence with an outstanding 26 digs.
 
For the Vikings, Hadley Ziemmer earned the Augustana Player of the Game honours, continuing her strong tournament with 17 kills, 16 digs, two service aces, and one block. Taryn Watson contributed 11 kills, 17 digs, three service aces, and two blocks, while Brooke McBride led all players at the net with six blocks.
 
With the result, the Vancouver Island University Mariners are the 2026 CCAA National Bronze Medalists, while the Augustana Vikings conclude the championship in fourth place.
 
Team Tournament Statistical Leaders
Vancouver Island University Mariners
Grace Brisebois led the team with 54 kills, nine service aces, and 11 blocks. Setter Edan Wade recorded 131 assists, while libero Jordy Exner anchored the defence with 63 digs.
 
 
All-Stars
 
Following the tournament,  Grace Brisebois was named a tournament First Team All-Star and libero Jordy Exner was named a Second Team All-Star.
 
Grace Brisebois, CCAA Tournament First Team All-Star  Jordy Exner, CCAA Tournament Second Team All Star