The San Jose State men’s water polo team defeated Bucknell 22-13 on October 25, 2026, in San Jose, California, marking a commanding performance that saw the Spartans outscore their opponent in every quarter. Sam Keightley led San Jose State’s offense with five goals and six assists, spearheading a balanced attack that featured ten different scorers.
Other key contributors included Samu Biros, who scored four goals, and Mitchell Keightley, who added three goals for a hat trick. Zach Ramans posted a season-high four assists, while Giancarlo Marquez scored twice and contributed four kickouts to help maintain the team’s momentum. The team’s 22 goals tied their season-high scoring output set earlier in the season against LIU on September 11.
San Jose State improved to 10-11 overall and 1-3 in West Coast Conference play with the win. The Spartans return to conference action on October 31 when they host Santa Clara at the Sullivan Aquatic Center with game coverage available on ESPN+ starting at noon.
CSB Take
San Jose State’s comprehensive victory showcased their offensive depth and cohesion, with multiple players stepping up alongside the standout Sam Keightley. Matching their season-high scoring total reflects the Spartans’ growing chemistry and effectiveness as they push to improve their standing in the WCC. Sustaining this balanced attack will be essential as San Jose State faces more challenging conference opponents moving forward.
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