Guy Gadowsky's program is a top five team in the first BucciMane #CawlidgeHawkey Top 16 rankings of the 2019-20 season.
The Nittany Lions moved up two spots from their preseason ranking of No. 8.
Serena Gray's career-high 18 kills gave the Nittany Lions the edge in the 25-14, 25-14, 25-7 victory against the Shockers.
Kaitlyn Hord's team-high 17 kills lifted the Nittany Lions over the Crusaders 25-5, 25-12, 25-14.
The Nittany Lions notched their second consecutive victory and first away win in California on Friday.
Right side Jonni Parker led the Nittany Lions with a team-high 14 kills.