The No. 9 California beach volleyball team secured a significant victory by defeating No. 4 Texas 3-2 and Georgia State 4-1 at the Death Volley Invitational. This win marks Cal's first victory over a top-5 opponent since last season and ends a three-match losing streak against Texas. A key match was won by the top pair of Emma Donley and Portia Sherman, clinching the win against Texas with a dramatic final set. The Bears finished the weekend with a 3-1 record, only falling to No. 6 Florida State.

By the Numbers
  • Cal's record improved to 14-7 after the tournament.
  • This marks Cal's first win against a top-5 team since beating No. 3 USC last March.
State of Play
  • Cal ended a three-match losing streak against Texas, previously losing in both contests this season.
  • The Bears are now preparing to host the Cal Classic on April 3-4.
What's Next

As the Bears look ahead, they aim to build on this momentum at the upcoming Cal Classic, where competition could provide more opportunities to enhance their ranking and performance.

Bottom Line

With this victory, the Golden Bears not only boost their confidence against top teams but also establish themselves as serious contenders in the NCAA, setting the stage for a promising remainder of the season.