This NCAA men's volleyball tournament? Pure fireworks. Long Beach State didn't just win—they put on a clinic. Sweeping UCLA in straight sets, they snagged their fourth national title. Remember their back-to-back wins in 2018 and 2019? Yeah, they’re back.
Long Beach Made Their Mark
This wasn’t just any win. It was a statement. Long Beach State showed up and showed out, ending the Bruins’ hopes in three decisive sets. Moni Nikolov was straight up dominant, earning the Most Outstanding Player title. UCLA had no answer for Nikolov and the Beach’s relentless attack.
UCLA: No Match for the Beach
Don’t get it twisted, Zach Rama and Cooper Robinson gave it their all for UCLA, but it just wasn’t enough. The Beach rolled through the match with confidence, leaving no room for doubt about who was in control.
Newcomers Shake Things Up
The 2025 tournament saw a twist with the Northeast Conference getting an automatic bid. That brought the total to nine teams. It’s a new era, and we’re here for it.
The All-Tournament Team
It wasn’t just a one-man show. Skyler Varga and Alex Kandev from Long Beach State joined Nikolov on the All-Tournament Team. Finn Kearney from Hawai'i and Ryan Barnett from Pepperdine also made the list, showcasing the depth of talent across the board.
And just like that, Long Beach State is back on top. Watch out—this team is a problem.
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