# UC Irvine Upsets Pepperdine, Scandicci & Novara Go The Distance

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Podcast: [Volley Talk with Sarah Pavan](https://stenobird.com/podcast/volley-talk-with-sarah-pavan-7053810)
Published: 2026-01-19T20:29:02+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of Volley Talk, we discuss two of the best matches we watched this week- UC Irvine vs Pepperdine on the NCAA men's side, and Scandicci vs Novara in the women's A1 Italian league. These matches were outstanding and we highly recommend going back to watch them, especially the Italian match. We also reintroduce a game segment with an MLV Coaches' Mood Meter! Join our MLV fantasy league for the 2026 season!! Go to playvoli.com/volleytalk to participate. Download the app on iOS or Android to get in on the action! If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line on Instagram or email us at info@sarahpavan.com! Instagram: https://instagram.com/volleytalk_podcast YouTube: http://youtube.com/@SarahPavanVolleyball

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