In a stunning display of dominance, the No. 3 UCLA beach volleyball team swept the No. 1 Stanford Cardinal 3-0 in the national final, clinching the 2026 NCAA championship on Sunday in Gulf Shores, Alabama. This victory marks the Bruins' third NCAA title in program history, following back-to-back championships in 2018 and 2019.

The Bruins' triumph adds to an already stellar year for UCLA athletics, making beach volleyball the third team to win a national championship this school year—joining women's basketball (April) and men's water polo (December). It's also the 127th overall NCAA title across all UCLA sports, a testament to the university's powerhouse athletic program.

This championship holds special significance as it's the first under third-year head coach Jenny Johnson Jordan, who took the reins from former coach Stein Metzger. Metzger led the Bruins to their initial pair of NCAA titles in consecutive seasons, but Johnson Jordan has now carved her own legacy with this victory.

UCLA's beach volleyball program has been a consistent force in recent years, making the national final six times since 2017. This season's title run was particularly impressive, as the Bruins entered as the No. 3 seed and toppled the top-ranked Cardinal in a clean sweep.

Looking ahead, the future is bright for UCLA. Four-time AVCA All-American and 2026 AVCA Beach Player of the Year Maggie Boyd is the only senior on the roster, meaning the Bruins could return nearly their entire team next season as they aim to defend their crown. For fans of the sport, this team is one to watch—and for those looking to gear up like champions, UCLA's beach volleyball apparel is a must-have for any Bruins supporter.