CARSON, Calif. – Cal State Dominguez Hills closed out the 2024 season with a commanding sweep over Cal Poly Humboldt (25-19, 25-18, 25-21) on Senior Night at the Torodome. The evening began with a heartfelt ceremony honoring seniors Kayly Pau (#23) and Aleya Starnes (#24) for their dedication and impact on the program.

The Toros were fueled by an exceptional performance from outside hitter Ava Hurry, who tallied 19 kills on 41 attempts with a .317 hitting percentage, while adding 6 digs and a block. Middle blocker Aleya Starnes delivered a strong showing at the net, contributing 6 kills on a .455 hitting percentage, along with 2 blocks. Right side Kayly Pau added 8 kills and 2 block assists, hitting an efficient .263.

In the first set, the Toros jumped out to an early lead, using efficient attacking from Hurry and Pau to hit .239 as a team. Defensive efforts from libero Nina Robles, who recorded 21 digs, limited Cal Poly Humboldt's offense. A late push by the Lumberjacks was thwarted by timely kills from Perdue and Starnes, giving the Toros a 25-19 victory.

The second set saw the Toros demonstrate resilience, overcoming an early deficit with aggressive serving from Bailey Fuches, who finished with 2 aces and 21 assists. The front row dominated at the net, with Starnes and Camryn Perdue combining for key blocks to swing the momentum in the Toros' favor. With a balanced attack, the Toros pulled away for a 25-18 win.

The third set was the most competitive, featuring multiple lead changes and rallies. The Toros capitalized on their hitting efficiency, posting a match-high .313 percentage. Hurry and Pau delivered crucial kills in crunch time, while Robles anchored the defense with several key digs. The Toros sealed the match with a decisive 25-21 set victory, closing out their season in style.

The Toros want to thank their fans for their incredible support throughout the 2024 season. With this Senior Night victory, Cal State Dominguez Hills concludes the season on a high note, celebrating the contributions of its seniors and building momentum for the future.