FIU, the No. 2 seed, will face Missouri State, seeded No. 7, in the opening round of the 2024 CUSA Beach Volleyball Championships at Sugar Beach in Youngsville, Louisiana.

By the Numbers
  • FIU leads the historical matchup 2-0.
  • FIU's top duo, Giada Bianchi and Reka Orsi Toth, boast a 26-3 record.
  • Missouri State comes into the tournament with a 24-5 record, their best season in program history.
  • Brooke Plessner and Maddie Schrandt from Missouri State have a team-best 25-3 record on court five.
Yes, But

Missouri State has shown significant improvement and dominance in their first season in the conference, posing a strong challenge for FIU.

State of Play
  • FIU is on a five-match win streak and has won six of their last eight matches.
  • Both teams have strong duos on different courts, showcasing depth and talent in their lineups.
What's Next

The winner will advance to face the winner of Florida Atlantic and UTEP in round two, while the loser will move to the consolation bracket in the double-elimination format. All matches from round two onwards will be broadcasted on ESPN+.

Bottom Line

As FIU battles Missouri State in the championship, the matchup promises intense competition and a test of resilience for both teams in this high-stakes opening round.