The No. 7 California beach volleyball team's season concluded as they were defeated 3-0 by No. 2 UCLA in the NCAA quarterfinals. This marked the end of the 2024 season for the Golden Bears, finishing in the top-eight for the second consecutive year.

By the Numbers
  • The Golden Bears finished the season with a 22-14 record.
  • California beach volleyball program now holds a 2-3 record in NCAA Championship matches.
State of Play
  • No. 2 UCLA swept the top three courts and won eight of the 10 completed sets to advance to the semifinals.
  • Sophomores Portia Sherman and Jenna Colligan performed well, winning the first set on court four in a match that went unfinished.
What's Next

Following the loss to UCLA, the California beach volleyball team will look to regroup and prepare for future seasons with the aim of returning stronger and more competitive.

Bottom Line

The No. 7 California beach volleyball team's journey in the NCAA Championship ended with a defeat against No. 2 UCLA, concluding a season where they showed resilience and competitiveness, setting the stage for potential success in the upcoming seasons.