No. 10 Long Beach State faced tough competition at the Best of the West tournament, narrowly losing 3-2 to No. 4 USC and 4-1 to No. 1 Stanford. Against USC, the Beach managed two wins, with standout performances from Malia Gementera and Taylor Hagenah. The team then faced Stanford, where despite a victory from Hinton and Wagdy, they fell to the Cardinal. The tournament continues with matches against No. 6 Cal Poly and No. 2 UCLA scheduled for Saturday. These results highlight Long Beach State's resilience against top-ranked teams.

By the Numbers
  • Long Beach State's record stands at 18-8 after the matchups.
  • No. 4 USC has improved to 22-4 with the victory against Long Beach.
  • Long Beach State has two victories in the top flight against ranked opponents.
State of Play
  • The Beach put up a strong fight against top teams, exhibiting competitive spirit.
  • Long Beach State is set to compete against No. 6 Cal Poly and No. 2 UCLA next.
What's Next

Looking ahead, Long Beach State aims to bounce back against No. 6 Cal Poly and contend with No. 2 UCLA. These matches will be crucial for their positioning as they seek to enhance their standings in the rankings. Continued performance against high-caliber teams will be essential in solidifying their playoff aspirations.

Bottom Line

Despite setbacks against elite competitors, Long Beach State is showcasing their potential and resilience. Upcoming matches provide a pivotal opportunity to capitalize on their strengths and possibly turn the tide in their favor for the remainder of the season.