Long Beach State Women’s Volleyball improved to 5-2 overall with a 3-1 win over San Jose State on September 12, 2026, in Long Beach, California. The Beach won sets 25-15, 25-21, 23-25, and 25-13 to secure the victory at home.
Sidney Hamaker led Long Beach State with 12 kills and achieved her first career double-double by adding a career-high 11 digs. Setter Madi Maxwell also recorded a double-double with 31 assists and 15 digs, contributing eight kills on a .235 hitting percentage.
The team’s offense was well balanced, featuring four players each with seven or more kills: Kendal Murphy, Pola Bujnarowska, Chloe Johnson, and Anna Jelinek. Long Beach State capitalized on strong serving, tallying seven service aces from four different players, including a pivotal run of three aces by Izzy Mahaffey in the fourth set.
Long Beach State dominated the first and fourth sets, winning 25-15 and 25-13, while San Jose State rallied to take the third set 25-23 after a late six-point run helped shift momentum.
Following this win, Long Beach State prepares to face Loyola Marymount on Sunday, September 13, at 4 p.m., with live coverage available on ESPN+.
CSB Take
Long Beach State’s decisive victory showcased their balanced offensive attack and effective serving, both critical in overcoming a resilient San Jose State squad. Sidney Hamaker’s breakout double-double signals growing confidence and impact within the team dynamic. Maintaining this level of play will be crucial for Long Beach State as they continue conference play and face increasingly competitive opponents.
Source: Original report
