Long Beach State University Athletics
11/11/2026 4:30:00 PM | Women's Water Polo
Lucy Stuart will join the Beach ahead of the 2027 season.
LONG BEACH, Calif. – Long Beach State head women's water polo coach Shana Welch announced the signing of Lucy Stuart on National Signing Day.
Lucy Stuart – Attacker – 5'7 – Brisbane, Australia – St. Margaret's Anglican Girls Schools
Stuart will graduate from St. Margaret's Anglican Girls School and join the Beach this spring.
"We're thrilled to welcome Lucy to the Beach this season," said Welch. "As a lefty with a versatile game, she gives us options all over the pool. Her experience in Australia will make her an immediate impact player for our program. Just as important, Lucy is a great person who fits our culture and the standards we hold ourselves to. We can't wait to get her in the water with this group."
While in high school, Stuart competed for the Australian National Team as well as the Queensland State team. She helped her U16 water polo team earn a bronze medal at the World Women's U16 Water Polo Championships. Additionally, she competed for Best and Fairest water polo in 2025. Academically, Stuart has made the honor roll and earned an academic pocket.
"I chose Long Beach State because it felt like the right fit," said Stuart. "I connected well with the coaches, loved the water polo program and Long Beach State has the academic opportunities I am looking for."
Lucy Stuart – Attacker – 5'7 – Brisbane, Australia – St. Margaret's Anglican Girls Schools
Stuart will graduate from St. Margaret's Anglican Girls School and join the Beach this spring.
"We're thrilled to welcome Lucy to the Beach this season," said Welch. "As a lefty with a versatile game, she gives us options all over the pool. Her experience in Australia will make her an immediate impact player for our program. Just as important, Lucy is a great person who fits our culture and the standards we hold ourselves to. We can't wait to get her in the water with this group."
While in high school, Stuart competed for the Australian National Team as well as the Queensland State team. She helped her U16 water polo team earn a bronze medal at the World Women's U16 Water Polo Championships. Additionally, she competed for Best and Fairest water polo in 2025. Academically, Stuart has made the honor roll and earned an academic pocket.
"I chose Long Beach State because it felt like the right fit," said Stuart. "I connected well with the coaches, loved the water polo program and Long Beach State has the academic opportunities I am looking for."
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