Long Beach State is on an uphill grind without the resources larger athletic programs receive but Bobby Smitheran and LBSU are looking to continue building on The Beach’s athletics.
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LBSU women’s basketball head coach Amy Wright opens up about her identity
Former Arkansas star Amy Wright joins women’s basketball as a head coach and details her experiences as an athlete and coach in the LGBTQ+ community.
Progression is made but not over yet for LGBTQ+ athletes
Progress has been made, but the journey is far from over for LGBTQ+ athletes as they continue to break barriers and redefine inclusivity in sports.
A glimpse inside of CSULB students’ pre-game
The scrum of athletes sways shoulder-to-shoulder with arms interlocked. The black and yellow ring counters the softball-clad ringmaster’s calls with a roar, amplifying the raucous game of call-and-response to its climax. Before every game, the Long Beach State softball team rallies together for a traditional, pre-performance ritual, passed on from[Read More…]