In an intense match at the Canyonview Aquatic Center in La Jolla, California, the University of Southern California (USC) women's water polo team triumphed over the University of California, Berkeley (Cal) with a score of 10-9, claiming their seventh national championship. Sinia Plotz played a pivotal role, scoring the opening goals of both halves, while Anna Reed contributed significantly with 10 saves, including a crucial stop on a penalty shot. The match saw several lead changes, with USC taking a 3-2 lead at the end of the first quarter and maintaining a slight edge throughout. Despite a late push from Cal, including a goal from Despoina Drakotou on a penalty shot, the Trojans held on for the victory. This championship is particularly significant for Casey Moon, marking his first title as head coach after taking over the program. USC last won the championship in 2021.