Boyd and Perez: UCLA's Unstoppable Force
If you thought beach volleyball was just about sun and sand, think again. Maggie Boyd and Sally Perez are here to rewrite the script, one jaw-dropping spike at a time. These two fierce Bruins have just been named finalists for the AVCA Beach Player of the Year. And let me tell you, it’s not just another accolade for the trophy case.
Boyd, hailing from Flower Mound, Texas, is no stranger to the spotlight. A senior with a career record of 122-22, she’s a three-time first-team All-American. Just this season, she stormed into UCLA's history books as the 11th Bruin to notch 100 career wins. But she’s not just a force on the sand. With second-team Academic All-America honors, she’s got the brains to match the brawn, earning the Big Ten Distinguished Scholar Award along the way.
Then there's Perez, the sophomore sensation from Apex, North Carolina. With a trophy case already filled with first-team AVCA All-America honors and an MPSF Freshman of the Year title, she’s just getting started. Her 31-5 record this year is more than numbers, it’s a declaration. A declaration that she’s here to win, and nothing less will suffice.
The Stakes: Gulf Shores and Glory
As the NCAA Championship looms, the stakes couldn't be higher. Boyd and Perez are not just competing for individual glory. Their synergy as a pair places them second in UCLA’s career pairs victories with 61 wins. They’re not just players; they’re legends in the making.
