Cal Poly defeated Long Beach State 3-1 in the Big West Championship semifinals, capitalizing on a crucial third set to secure the win. After a tight match, Long Beach State’s Elise Agi led her team with 17 kills, but it wasn’t enough. The Mustangs pulled ahead during critical moments, particularly with back-to-back points in the third set, ending with scores of 25-22, 23-25, 25-23, and 25-17. Long Beach State concludes its season with a solid record, having reached the semifinals in all three editions since the championship’s return.
By the NumbersElise Agi recorded 17 kills for Long Beach State, hitting .500.Cal Poly’s Chloe Leluge also had 17 kills, alongside Kendall Beshear who contributed 10 kills and 3 service aces. State of PlayLong Beach State finished the season with a 22-9 record.This marks the team’s second 20-win season since 2016.Long Beach has made it to the semifinals in all editions of the Big West Championship since 2023. What’s Next
As the postseason concludes, Long Beach State will look to build on this season’s success by strengthening its roster for next year, aiming for another shot at the title. The continued development of key players could enhance their competitiveness in future championships.
Bottom Line
Long Beach State’s performance showcases their resilience and skill, marking a successful season despite the semifinal exit. Moving forward, they need to leverage this experience to enhance their gameplay and pursue deeper postseason runs in the future.