UCLA Claims Eighth NCAA Women's Water Polo Title
UCLA completed a perfect season with a decisive victory in the NCAA championship match, marking a historic win for the team.
- UCLA's freshman Panni Szegedi scored a hat trick, securing the victory in the final moments of the game.
- Cal's attempt for a first title thwarted by UCLA's strong defense and strategic plays.
- UCLA's goalkeeper Lauren Steele made significant contributions with 17 saves, a key factor in their win.
- This victory marks UCLA's first women's water polo championship since 2009 and their eighth overall.
- Cal's head coach Coralie Simmons made history as the first female head coach in a women's NCAA championship match.