NCAA men's volleyball took center stage, and Long Beach State owned it. Winning the 2025 championship wasn't just another day on the court—it was a statement.
Long Beach's Moment
Long Beach State came into the championship with a mission: to prove they were the real deal. And prove it they did. With the stakes at their highest, they swept the competition, leaving no doubt about who runs the show.
You could feel it coming. Their offense? Unstoppable. Defense? Impeccable. Alex Nikolov led the charge with a series of relentless attacks, racking up crucial points that left opponents scrambling.
UCLA and Ohio State's Record Battle
While Long Beach was busy taking the crown, UCLA and Ohio State decided to make history. Combining for a record 94 points in a single set, these teams pushed each other to the brink. It was chaos, the good kind. Players like Merrick McHenry and Jacob Pasteur were everywhere, making plays that had the crowd on their feet.
Southern Virginia Steals the DIII Show
Don't sleep on Southern Virginia. They clinched the 2025 NCAA DIII men's volleyball championship, showing that they're no joke. Ben Barton's leadership and precision were key, as the team executed flawlessly.
The Road Ahead
With these championships in the books, the landscape of men's volleyball just got a whole lot more interesting. Long Beach State set the bar high, and the rest? They're playing catch-up.
This is where it changed. And from here, expect the unexpected.
Source: NCAA
