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Long Beach State Women’s Basketball Signs Noemi Arvai To 2026-27 Class
6/3/2026 1:57:00 PM | Women's Basketball
The Beach has added international experience and frontcourt versatility to its 2026-27 class with the signing of forward Noemi Arvai
LONG BEACH, Calif. -- Long Beach State has officially signed Noemi Arvai, a 6-1 forward from Budapest, Hungary, who brings Division I experience and a strong international résumé to the Beach.
Noemi Arvai | Forward | 6-1 | Budapest, Hungary
Arvai joins Long Beach State after spending her freshman season at Sacramento State, where she appeared in 31 games. She totaled 55 points and 38 rebounds while averaging 6.0 minutes per contest, highlighted by a 10-point, seven-rebound performance in her collegiate debut and a season-high three assists at Eastern Washington.
Prior to her time at Sacramento State, Arvai developed through Hungary's national team system, competing at both the U16 and U18 FIBA Women's European Championships. She averaged 4.3 points and 2.4 rebounds per game at the 2022 U16 event, shooting efficiently from the field, and recorded a tournament-best 14-point performance against Italy. Arvai also gained professional experience competing with KSC Szekszard in Hungary's top division.
Head Coach Minyon Moore on Arvai:
"We are thrilled to welcome Noemi to our Beach family! She is a versatile player who can impact the game in a variety of ways, with her ability to play multiple positions, score in the post, create off the dribble, and stretch the floor with her shooting. Noemi brings valuable experience from both the collegiate and professional levels, along with a passion for helping build something special within our program. We are excited to have her in Long Beach and can't wait to see the impact she'll make. Welcome to The Beach, Noemi!"
Arvai's combination of size, perimeter skill, and international experience adds another dimension to Long Beach State's frontcourt. Known for her ability to space the floor and impact the game on the glass, she will bring energy and versatility to the Beach upon her arrival in Long Beach.
Noemi Arvai | Forward | 6-1 | Budapest, Hungary
Arvai joins Long Beach State after spending her freshman season at Sacramento State, where she appeared in 31 games. She totaled 55 points and 38 rebounds while averaging 6.0 minutes per contest, highlighted by a 10-point, seven-rebound performance in her collegiate debut and a season-high three assists at Eastern Washington.
Prior to her time at Sacramento State, Arvai developed through Hungary's national team system, competing at both the U16 and U18 FIBA Women's European Championships. She averaged 4.3 points and 2.4 rebounds per game at the 2022 U16 event, shooting efficiently from the field, and recorded a tournament-best 14-point performance against Italy. Arvai also gained professional experience competing with KSC Szekszard in Hungary's top division.
Head Coach Minyon Moore on Arvai:
"We are thrilled to welcome Noemi to our Beach family! She is a versatile player who can impact the game in a variety of ways, with her ability to play multiple positions, score in the post, create off the dribble, and stretch the floor with her shooting. Noemi brings valuable experience from both the collegiate and professional levels, along with a passion for helping build something special within our program. We are excited to have her in Long Beach and can't wait to see the impact she'll make. Welcome to The Beach, Noemi!"
Arvai's combination of size, perimeter skill, and international experience adds another dimension to Long Beach State's frontcourt. Known for her ability to space the floor and impact the game on the glass, she will bring energy and versatility to the Beach upon her arrival in Long Beach.
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