Third Times the Charm, First AVCA National Championship Title

GULF SHORES, Ala. – The Concordia University Irvine beach volleyball team made program history this weekend, capturing its first-ever AVCA Small College National Championship after a dominant three-day run. The title comes after back-to-back runner-up finishes in the 2024 and 2025 championships, as the Golden Eagles broke through in emphatic fashion with an undefeated run through pool play and clutch performances in the bracket. The Golden Eagles opened the tournament in commanding form Friday morning, sweeping Southwest Baptist behind straight-set victories across the lineup. The No. 2 pair of Kelia Giusta and Ashley Rossi set the tone early with a…