Long Beach State suffered a 67-61 loss to Cal State Fullerton in their Big West opener, falling below .500 for the first time this season at 5-6, attributing the defeat to poor offensive performance and 23 turnovers. Coach Amy Wright took full responsibility and apologized to the fans, expressing disappointment in the team's performance.

Why It Matters

The defeat puts Long Beach State below .500 for the first time this season, highlighting the team's struggles and the importance of improving their game and performance going forward.

By the Numbers
  • Long Beach State's shooting percentage: 34.3%
  • Three-point shooting percentage: 18.5% (5-for-27)
State of Play
  • Long Beach State falls to 5-6, below .500 for the first time this season
  • The team is scheduled for a 2 p.m. contest against CSUN on Saturday, seeking to get back in the win column
What's Next

Long Beach State will face CSUN on Saturday, aiming to recover from the recent loss and improve their standing in the upcoming games.

Bottom Line

The disappointing loss and coach Amy Wright's accountability underscore the team's need to regroup and perform better in future contests to regain momentum and improve their season standing.