LONG BEACH, Calif. – In the first of a series of spotlights for the 2026 induction class for the Long Beach State Athletics Hall of Fame, we take a look at the 1993 Women’s Volleyball National Champions from Long Beach State.
Led by National Player of the Year Danielle Scott and All-Americans Nichelle Burton and Joy McKienzie under the guidance of head coach Brian Gimmillaro, the 1993 team went 32-2 overall and won 15 straight matches to close the year, culminating in a 3-1 win over Penn State to give the program its fourth national championship and second NCAA title.
Join us for a memorable evening on Wednesday, January 21 as we induct the 2026 Hall of Fame Class. The ceremony will be held at the Long Beach Airport Marriott beginning at 6 p.m. Purchase your tickets at www.longbeachstate.com/HOFtickets or contact Assistant Director of Special Events Jace Pardon for more information.
