Long Beach State women’s volleyball delivered an impressive performance, defeating UC San Diego in straight sets (25-21, 25-17, 25-11). Sophomore Madi Maxwell led the charge with 35 assists and three kills, while teammates Rhiann Sheffie, Logan King, and Elise Agi combined for 32 kills, contributing to a dominant .420 hitting percentage. After a slow start, Long Beach State quickly regained the lead and maintained control throughout the match, sealing their unbeaten history against UC San Diego. The victory boosts Long Beach State’s record to 20-8 overall and 13-4 in the Big West Conference. The team will next face Hawai’i in their final regular season game on Saturday.
By the NumbersLong Beach State hit .420 as a team, with three players achieving at least 10 kills.Madi Maxwell recorded 35 assists during the match. State of PlayLong Beach State is currently 20-8 overall and 13-4 in the Big West Conference.UC San Diego has a record of 6-23 and 4-13 in the same conference. What’s Next
Long Beach State will look to build on this momentum as they head to Hawai’i for their final regular season match on Saturday, aiming for a strong finish heading into postseason play.
Bottom Line
The victory against UC San Diego solidifies Long Beach State’s positioning in the conference and showcases their offensive prowess, indicating they are a formidable contender as they approach the playoffs.