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Long Beach State Women’s Basketball Travels to Hawaii
12/6/2024 10:00:00 AM | Women's Basketball
The Beach and the Bows will face off on Saturday, Dec. 5 at 9 p.m. (PT)
LONG BEACH STATE (4-3, 1-0 Big West) @ HAWAI'I (5-2, 0-0 Big West)
Saturday, December 7 • 7:00 p.m. (HT) | 9:00 p.m. (PT) • Honolulu, Hawaii • Stan Sheriff Center
TV: ESPN+ (Mainland) | Spectrum Sports (Islands)
Talent: Kanoa Leahey & Lori Santi
Live Stats: StatBroadcast.com
X: @LBSUWBB
Long Beach State Women's Basketball Travels to Hawaii
Long Beach State will travel to the Hawaiian Islands and face the Rainbow Wahine on Saturday, Dec. 7. Tip-off is slated for 7 p.m. (HT) and 9 p.m. (PT).
Catch All the Action
The Long Beach State-Hawaii game will be broadcast live on ESPN+ on the mainland and televised on Spectrum Sports on the islands. Fans can also follow live stats via StatBroadcast.com.
Staying Social
Follow Long Beach State women's basketball on Twitter and Instagram at
@LBSUWBB. You can also stay up-to-date on all things Long Beach State by following @LBSUAthletics on Twitter. Be sure to "like" us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram at @LBSU. And don't forget our hashtag #GoBeach.
About The Beach
• Long Beach State opened Big West action with a 67-56 win over rival Cal State Fullerton. The victory moved the Beach's overall record to 4-3, while improving to 1-0 in league action.
• The Beach have won their last two games with wins over Pepperdine (68-61) and Cal State Fullerton (67-56).
• As a team, LBSU is shooting 37.7% from the field and averaging 42.7 rebounds per game, which leads the conference.
• LBSU Head Coach Amy Wright is back on the hardwood for her second season at the Beach.
• The Beach welcomed back six letterwinners from a year ago, while adding eight talented newcomers to the mix.
• Rachel Loobie is the team's leader in rebounding with 6.33 boards per game to rank seventh in the conference. The grad transfer from Wright State is solid all around as she adds 6.4 points per game, while leading the Beach in blocks with 13.
• Senior guard Savannah Tucker leads the Beach in scoring with 14.4 points per game. The product out of Fresno, Calif., turned in a career-high 29-point performance at Sacramento State on November 17. In addition to her hot shooting, Tucker also contributes 2.7 rebounds per game, while leading the team with 21 assists and 11 steals. Tucker is fifth in the conference in scoring, while coming in third in assists per game (3.17) and assist/turnover ratio (1.73).
• True freshman Mykelle Richards worked her way into the starting lineup the last four games. She posted a career-effort with 15 points, while shooting 70.0% from the field (7-10) to lead LBSU to a win over Pepperdine on Dec. 1. On the year, she owns a 50.0 field goal percentage, which is good for third in The Big West.
• Joining Richards in the Top 10 in field goal percentage is Jada Crawshaw. The sophomore out of Darwin, Australia is shooting 39.1% from the field this season. She also ranks in the Top 10 with 2.00 offensive rebounds per game which ties her for 10th with teammate Judit Oliva Fernandez. This season, Crawshaw is LBSU's second leading scorer with 10.5 points per game to go along with 5.3 rebounds per game, and five steals.
• Senior guard Patricia Chung has been a consistent force for Long Beach State this season. On the defensive end, she leads the team and ranks fourth in The Big West with 4.83 defensive rebounds per game. Overall, she is the Beach's third leading scorer with 9.6 points per game, while chipping in 6.0 rebounds per game, 18 assists, and nine steals.
• True freshman JaQuoia Jones-Brown has found her groove with the Beach. She averages 5.3 rebounds per game and 5.0 points per game, to go along with six assists, three steals, and two blocks.
• Sophomore forward Jada Crawshaw has earned the start in three of six games in which she has played this season. The Darwin, Australia native is LBSU's second-leading scorer with 10.5points per game, while contributing 5.3 rebounds per game, five steals, four blocks, and five assists.
• In the Big West Preseason Coaches Poll, Long Beach State was picked to finish fourth in the standings. The Beach garnered 63 points to come in behind preseason favorite Hawaii (96 points, 6 first-place votes), second place UC Irvine (95 points, 5 first-place votes), and UC Davis (81 points).
Scouting Hawaii
• Hawaii opens Big West action on Saturday, Dec. 7 against Long Beach State.
• The Rainbow Wahine are 5-2 overall and have won five of their last six contests.
• The Bows are looking to bounce back after dropping a 70-49 game to UCLA last Sunday.
• Ritorya Tamilo and Daejah Phillips are Hawaii's leading scorers with 10.8 and 10.7 points per game, respectively.
• Tamilo also leads the team with 11 blocks, while chipping in 4.8 rebounds per game and six steals.
• Phillips leads the Bows in assists with 19 and steals with 16.
• Lily Wahinekapu leads the squad in rebounding (5.0), while adding 9.9 points per game. She also contributes 16 assists and nine steals for the Bows.
The Series: The Beach vs. The Rainbow Wahine
Long Beach State and Hawaii will meet for the 49th time in program history. Overall, the Rainbow Wahine lead the all-time series 26-22. The Bows have won the last three contests in which they have faced the Beach. When playing each other on the island, the Bows lead the series 15-9.
Career Game
Senior guard Savannah Tucker had a career game on Sunday, Nov. 17 at Sacramento State. The product out of Fresno, Calif., didn't miss a beat as she sunk 9-of-15 field goals on her way to a career-best 29-point performance. Tucker was instrumental in leading Long Beach State to a thrilling 69-68 road victory against the Hornets. In addition to her potent offense, Tucker contributed on all sides of the ball racking up seven rebounds, five assists, and four steals in the game. She is now leading the Beach with 14.2 points per game and 19 assists, which are good for fifth and third in The Big West, respectively.
Kay Yow Servant Leader
The Kay Yow Cancer Fund announced the launch of the Kay Yow Servant Leader Award on Monday and Long Beach State's Lovely Sonnier was selected as one of 14 women's basketball student-athletes from across the country. The new award honors student-athletes who exemplify the values of leadership, selflessness, and service in the fight against all cancers affecting women.
The award honors Coach Yow's legacy and the young people who carry it forward. It is presented annually to "student-athletes of great character who put the needs of others before their own, who uplift others, and who do it with humility and grace. Award winners demonstrate extraordinary dedication to making a positive impact on their teams and in their communities. They are people with a servant's spirit and a commitment to selfless leadership."
Sonnier earned the award after spending much of her free time doing volunteer work at Miller Children's Hospital, Liaison for Long Beach State for The Big West "Tough Like Tammy" campaign, Los Altos Parks and Rec, and Jefferson Elementary School.
"We are thrilled to introduce the Kay Yow Servant Leader Award as part of our ongoing mission to honor Coach Yow's legacy," said Jenny Palmateer, CEO of the Kay Yow Cancer Fund. "This award highlights the kind of leadership that inspires hope, bring people together, and makes the world a better place. Just as Coach Yow did, we hope this recognition will inspire others to lead with compassion and purpose."
The recipients of the award were recognized by a special patch they will wear on their jerseys. Sonnier joins an impressive list of women's basketball student-athletes.
2024-25 Servant Leader Award Winners
Addison Martin, Illinois State
Allie Campbell, Penn State
Ashlyn Sheridan, Anderson University
Briauna Thompson, UNC-Asheville
Flau'jae Johnson, LSU
JoJo Lacey, Rutgers
Kennedi Jackson, Boston College
Lovely Sonnier, Long Beach State
Madison Hayes, NC State
Makayla Timpson, Florida State
Payton Dunbar, Virginia
Rayah Marshall, USC
Rylee Langerman, Oklahoma State
Samantha Osorio, Moravian University
Welcome To The Beach
Long Beach State Women's Basketball Head Coach Amy Wright announced the addition of three players for the 2025-26 season. The Beach have inked freshmen Rosie Akot, Morgan Mack, and Brynna Pukis.
Rosie Akot | Fr. | Forward | 6-3 | Adelaide, South Australia | Sacred Heart College
Akot, who hails all the way from Adelaide, South Australia, joins the Beach for her freshman year in 2025-26. At Sacred Heart College, Akot was a two-time MVP. She also played for the Sturt Sabres Basketball Club as well as for the National Team U18 and U20 teams.
"I'm so excited to welcome Rosie to the Beach Family," said Wright. "Rosie has an instinct to attack the rim on offense and is a natural rebounder on both ends. She adds an immediate intensity to the game and the fans will see her passion to play every time she steps on the court."
Morgan Mack | Fr. | Guard | 5-10 | Palmdale, Calif. | Hart HS
Mack comes to Long Beach State after prepping at Hart High School where she was a four-year letterwinner. A three-time Foothill All-League selection, three-time All-State honoree, and a three-time Foothill League champion, Mack will finish her high school career as the leading scorer in Hart High School history. In addition, Mack also played for the U17 National Team, Power 24, and 805 Family Club team.
"Another blue-collar worker from California, Morgan is a three-level scorer that has a calmness and coolness about her when she plays," Wright explained. "She is mature beyond her year on the court. What I love the most about her is that she wants to be at Long Beach State and make a difference. She wants to help put this program back on top."
Brynna Pukis | Fr. | Guard | 5-6 | Snohomish, Wash. | Glacier Peak HS
Pukis will attend Long Beach State after competing as a four-year letter winner at Glacier Peak High School. While playing for the Grizzlies, she was named All-League First Team four years running. She averaged 14.0 points per game and recorded a career-high 26 points. Pukis also played for the Northwest Greyhounds 3SSB. She led her 15U team to a fourth-place finish at Nationals, before coming in fifth with 16U, and ninth with 17U.
"We are very excited to welcome Brynna to the Beach," said Wright. "Brynna is a great offensive weapon from the 3-point line that will consistently add to our perimeter threats next season. Brynna has a blue-collar work ethic, and we are excited to welcome her from the great Northwest."
Up Next
Long Beach State returns to the Walter Pyramid to host three non-conference games in UCLA (Dec. 14), Elon (Dec. 19), and Bethesda (Dec. 30).
Saturday, December 7 • 7:00 p.m. (HT) | 9:00 p.m. (PT) • Honolulu, Hawaii • Stan Sheriff Center
TV: ESPN+ (Mainland) | Spectrum Sports (Islands)
Talent: Kanoa Leahey & Lori Santi
Live Stats: StatBroadcast.com
X: @LBSUWBB
Long Beach State Women's Basketball Travels to Hawaii
Long Beach State will travel to the Hawaiian Islands and face the Rainbow Wahine on Saturday, Dec. 7. Tip-off is slated for 7 p.m. (HT) and 9 p.m. (PT).
Catch All the Action
The Long Beach State-Hawaii game will be broadcast live on ESPN+ on the mainland and televised on Spectrum Sports on the islands. Fans can also follow live stats via StatBroadcast.com.
Staying Social
Follow Long Beach State women's basketball on Twitter and Instagram at
@LBSUWBB. You can also stay up-to-date on all things Long Beach State by following @LBSUAthletics on Twitter. Be sure to "like" us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram at @LBSU. And don't forget our hashtag #GoBeach.
About The Beach
• Long Beach State opened Big West action with a 67-56 win over rival Cal State Fullerton. The victory moved the Beach's overall record to 4-3, while improving to 1-0 in league action.
• The Beach have won their last two games with wins over Pepperdine (68-61) and Cal State Fullerton (67-56).
• As a team, LBSU is shooting 37.7% from the field and averaging 42.7 rebounds per game, which leads the conference.
• LBSU Head Coach Amy Wright is back on the hardwood for her second season at the Beach.
• The Beach welcomed back six letterwinners from a year ago, while adding eight talented newcomers to the mix.
• Rachel Loobie is the team's leader in rebounding with 6.33 boards per game to rank seventh in the conference. The grad transfer from Wright State is solid all around as she adds 6.4 points per game, while leading the Beach in blocks with 13.
• Senior guard Savannah Tucker leads the Beach in scoring with 14.4 points per game. The product out of Fresno, Calif., turned in a career-high 29-point performance at Sacramento State on November 17. In addition to her hot shooting, Tucker also contributes 2.7 rebounds per game, while leading the team with 21 assists and 11 steals. Tucker is fifth in the conference in scoring, while coming in third in assists per game (3.17) and assist/turnover ratio (1.73).
• True freshman Mykelle Richards worked her way into the starting lineup the last four games. She posted a career-effort with 15 points, while shooting 70.0% from the field (7-10) to lead LBSU to a win over Pepperdine on Dec. 1. On the year, she owns a 50.0 field goal percentage, which is good for third in The Big West.
• Joining Richards in the Top 10 in field goal percentage is Jada Crawshaw. The sophomore out of Darwin, Australia is shooting 39.1% from the field this season. She also ranks in the Top 10 with 2.00 offensive rebounds per game which ties her for 10th with teammate Judit Oliva Fernandez. This season, Crawshaw is LBSU's second leading scorer with 10.5 points per game to go along with 5.3 rebounds per game, and five steals.
• Senior guard Patricia Chung has been a consistent force for Long Beach State this season. On the defensive end, she leads the team and ranks fourth in The Big West with 4.83 defensive rebounds per game. Overall, she is the Beach's third leading scorer with 9.6 points per game, while chipping in 6.0 rebounds per game, 18 assists, and nine steals.
• True freshman JaQuoia Jones-Brown has found her groove with the Beach. She averages 5.3 rebounds per game and 5.0 points per game, to go along with six assists, three steals, and two blocks.
• Sophomore forward Jada Crawshaw has earned the start in three of six games in which she has played this season. The Darwin, Australia native is LBSU's second-leading scorer with 10.5points per game, while contributing 5.3 rebounds per game, five steals, four blocks, and five assists.
• In the Big West Preseason Coaches Poll, Long Beach State was picked to finish fourth in the standings. The Beach garnered 63 points to come in behind preseason favorite Hawaii (96 points, 6 first-place votes), second place UC Irvine (95 points, 5 first-place votes), and UC Davis (81 points).
Scouting Hawaii
• Hawaii opens Big West action on Saturday, Dec. 7 against Long Beach State.
• The Rainbow Wahine are 5-2 overall and have won five of their last six contests.
• The Bows are looking to bounce back after dropping a 70-49 game to UCLA last Sunday.
• Ritorya Tamilo and Daejah Phillips are Hawaii's leading scorers with 10.8 and 10.7 points per game, respectively.
• Tamilo also leads the team with 11 blocks, while chipping in 4.8 rebounds per game and six steals.
• Phillips leads the Bows in assists with 19 and steals with 16.
• Lily Wahinekapu leads the squad in rebounding (5.0), while adding 9.9 points per game. She also contributes 16 assists and nine steals for the Bows.
The Series: The Beach vs. The Rainbow Wahine
Long Beach State and Hawaii will meet for the 49th time in program history. Overall, the Rainbow Wahine lead the all-time series 26-22. The Bows have won the last three contests in which they have faced the Beach. When playing each other on the island, the Bows lead the series 15-9.
Career Game
Senior guard Savannah Tucker had a career game on Sunday, Nov. 17 at Sacramento State. The product out of Fresno, Calif., didn't miss a beat as she sunk 9-of-15 field goals on her way to a career-best 29-point performance. Tucker was instrumental in leading Long Beach State to a thrilling 69-68 road victory against the Hornets. In addition to her potent offense, Tucker contributed on all sides of the ball racking up seven rebounds, five assists, and four steals in the game. She is now leading the Beach with 14.2 points per game and 19 assists, which are good for fifth and third in The Big West, respectively.
Kay Yow Servant Leader
The Kay Yow Cancer Fund announced the launch of the Kay Yow Servant Leader Award on Monday and Long Beach State's Lovely Sonnier was selected as one of 14 women's basketball student-athletes from across the country. The new award honors student-athletes who exemplify the values of leadership, selflessness, and service in the fight against all cancers affecting women.
The award honors Coach Yow's legacy and the young people who carry it forward. It is presented annually to "student-athletes of great character who put the needs of others before their own, who uplift others, and who do it with humility and grace. Award winners demonstrate extraordinary dedication to making a positive impact on their teams and in their communities. They are people with a servant's spirit and a commitment to selfless leadership."
Sonnier earned the award after spending much of her free time doing volunteer work at Miller Children's Hospital, Liaison for Long Beach State for The Big West "Tough Like Tammy" campaign, Los Altos Parks and Rec, and Jefferson Elementary School.
"We are thrilled to introduce the Kay Yow Servant Leader Award as part of our ongoing mission to honor Coach Yow's legacy," said Jenny Palmateer, CEO of the Kay Yow Cancer Fund. "This award highlights the kind of leadership that inspires hope, bring people together, and makes the world a better place. Just as Coach Yow did, we hope this recognition will inspire others to lead with compassion and purpose."
The recipients of the award were recognized by a special patch they will wear on their jerseys. Sonnier joins an impressive list of women's basketball student-athletes.
2024-25 Servant Leader Award Winners
Addison Martin, Illinois State
Allie Campbell, Penn State
Ashlyn Sheridan, Anderson University
Briauna Thompson, UNC-Asheville
Flau'jae Johnson, LSU
JoJo Lacey, Rutgers
Kennedi Jackson, Boston College
Lovely Sonnier, Long Beach State
Madison Hayes, NC State
Makayla Timpson, Florida State
Payton Dunbar, Virginia
Rayah Marshall, USC
Rylee Langerman, Oklahoma State
Samantha Osorio, Moravian University
Welcome To The Beach
Long Beach State Women's Basketball Head Coach Amy Wright announced the addition of three players for the 2025-26 season. The Beach have inked freshmen Rosie Akot, Morgan Mack, and Brynna Pukis.
Rosie Akot | Fr. | Forward | 6-3 | Adelaide, South Australia | Sacred Heart College
Akot, who hails all the way from Adelaide, South Australia, joins the Beach for her freshman year in 2025-26. At Sacred Heart College, Akot was a two-time MVP. She also played for the Sturt Sabres Basketball Club as well as for the National Team U18 and U20 teams.
"I'm so excited to welcome Rosie to the Beach Family," said Wright. "Rosie has an instinct to attack the rim on offense and is a natural rebounder on both ends. She adds an immediate intensity to the game and the fans will see her passion to play every time she steps on the court."
Morgan Mack | Fr. | Guard | 5-10 | Palmdale, Calif. | Hart HS
Mack comes to Long Beach State after prepping at Hart High School where she was a four-year letterwinner. A three-time Foothill All-League selection, three-time All-State honoree, and a three-time Foothill League champion, Mack will finish her high school career as the leading scorer in Hart High School history. In addition, Mack also played for the U17 National Team, Power 24, and 805 Family Club team.
"Another blue-collar worker from California, Morgan is a three-level scorer that has a calmness and coolness about her when she plays," Wright explained. "She is mature beyond her year on the court. What I love the most about her is that she wants to be at Long Beach State and make a difference. She wants to help put this program back on top."
Brynna Pukis | Fr. | Guard | 5-6 | Snohomish, Wash. | Glacier Peak HS
Pukis will attend Long Beach State after competing as a four-year letter winner at Glacier Peak High School. While playing for the Grizzlies, she was named All-League First Team four years running. She averaged 14.0 points per game and recorded a career-high 26 points. Pukis also played for the Northwest Greyhounds 3SSB. She led her 15U team to a fourth-place finish at Nationals, before coming in fifth with 16U, and ninth with 17U.
"We are very excited to welcome Brynna to the Beach," said Wright. "Brynna is a great offensive weapon from the 3-point line that will consistently add to our perimeter threats next season. Brynna has a blue-collar work ethic, and we are excited to welcome her from the great Northwest."
Up Next
Long Beach State returns to the Walter Pyramid to host three non-conference games in UCLA (Dec. 14), Elon (Dec. 19), and Bethesda (Dec. 30).
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