California State University, Northridge (CSUN) defeated Long Beach State University (LBSU) women’s volleyball 3-0 on October 2, 2026, in a Big West Conference match held in Northridge, California. The sweep ended Long Beach State’s 10-match winning streak with set scores of 25-19, 25-18, and 25-13.
Long Beach State took early leads in the first two sets, starting the match with a 3-0 advantage in the opening set thanks to Pola Bujnarowska’s first-point kill and two aces from Kendal Murphy. However, CSUN countered with strong runs—an 8-2 rally in the first set and a 16-6 run in the second—behind nine blocks and five service aces to secure the wins.
Sophomore Sidney Hamaker led Long Beach State with a match-high 13 kills, keeping pressure on CSUN’s defense. Junior Madi Maxwell added nine digs while junior Pola Bujnarowska contributed two blocks and three kills. Despite their efforts, Long Beach State could not overcome CSUN’s balanced attack, which posted a .379 hitting percentage.
Following the loss, Long Beach State was scheduled to continue a Big West road trip with a match against Cal State Bakersfield on October 3, broadcast live on ESPN+.
CSB Take
California State University, Northridge’s ability to rally from early deficits each set highlights their resilience and tactical execution against a strong Long Beach State program. By ending Long Beach State’s impressive 10-match winning streak, CSUN establishes itself as a competitive contender in the Big West Conference. Meanwhile, Long Beach State’s standout individual performances offer a foundation to build upon as they prepare for upcoming conference play.
Source: Original report
