The University of San Francisco beach volleyball team began its 2026 season with a split in dual matches, losing to Santa Clara and winning against San Jose State. In the match against San Jose State, USF's top three doubles pairs secured wins, with Kaydence Stormes and McKenna Towne achieving a straight-set victory. However, in their matchup against Santa Clara, USF was unable to claim a single set, suffering a sweeping defeat. The contrast in performances highlights the team's potential and areas for improvement as they progress through the season.

By the Numbers
  • USF’s record now stands at 1-1 for the season.
  • In the win against San Jose State, USF secured three victories in straight sets, with the top pair winning 21-19, 24-22.
State of Play
  • USF faced off against top-tier competitors, demonstrating resilience despite the loss to Santa Clara.
  • The team will have a chance to bounce back shortly with matches scheduled against Santa Clara and Pacific on February 21.
What's Next

Looking ahead, USF aims to build on the momentum from their win over San Jose State while addressing the challenges faced in the match against Santa Clara. The upcoming matches will be crucial for assessing their growth and performance early in the season.

Bottom Line

The split in matches underscores a promising but challenging start for USF’s season, emphasizing the need for strategic improvements and consistency as the team progresses through upcoming competitions.