Long Beach State suffered its fifth consecutive loss of the season, falling 68–55 to San Francisco. Despite showing signs of improvement, the team continues to struggle with execution, particularly in critical moments, as noted by coach Amy Wright. The Beach’s performance was marked by standout play from sophomore JaQuoia Jones-Brown, who scored 20 points and grabbed 12 rebounds for her second double-double. However, lack of scoring support and issues with consistency, especially in the paint where they were outscored 40-18, contributed to the defeat. Long Beach State aims to bounce back against Oregon State in their next game.
By the NumbersLong Beach was outscored 40–18 in the paint.Jones-Brown recorded her second double-double of the season with 20 points and 12 rebounds.Freshman Brynna Pukis achieved a career-high 14 points while shooting 50% from the field. State of PlayThe Beach’s record stands at 0-5 after these early season games.San Francisco led by as much as 14 points during the match.Long Beach managed to cut the lead to just two points in the third quarter before fading. What’s Next
Long Beach State will seek its first victory of the season in an upcoming road game against Oregon State. The team needs to focus on consistent scoring and defensive execution to improve their chances of winning.
Bottom Line
Long Beach State must address its scoring inconsistency and fatigue if it hopes to turn the season around. With tough games ahead, focusing on executing the game plan will be crucial for finding success on the court.