Mikaela Maughan: Beach Volleyball Star of CSUN Athletics

Mikaela Maughan, a standout beach volleyball player for the CSUN Matadors, has carved her name into the annals of collegiate athletics with her exceptional skills and dedication. Let’s delve into her journey, accomplishments, and aspirations as she continues to make waves in the world of beach volleyball.

Mikaela Maughan – 2024 – Beach Volleyball – CSUN Athletics

Personal Profile

Height: 5 feet 10 inches
Class: Graduate Student
Hometown: Bakersfield, CA
High School: Centennial HS

Background:

Born in Salt Lake City, Utah
Parents: Denita and Michael Maughan
Sibling: One younger brother, Maddox
Family ties: Both parents attended the University of Utah
Favorites: University of Utah football, professional beach player April Ross, actors Ian Somerhalder and Mila Kunis, TV show “Stranger Things,” and the movie “Hercules”
Views on being an athlete: Values the camaraderie with teammates
Dream with a million dollars: Traveling
Major: Biotechnology

Athletic Achievements

Honors:

2021: All-Big West Honorable Mention
2019: All-Big West Second Team

CSUN Career Highlights

2022 (Senior Season):

Played in all 34 beach matches, securing 16 individual wins
Partnered primarily with Darbi Honeycutt and Seyvion Waggoner
Notable wins include those against Nebraska and at the Big West Championships
Named to the 2022 Big West All-Academic Team

2021 (Junior Season):

Participated in all 26 matches, achieving 13 victories alongside Darbi Honeycutt
Earned honorable mention All-Big West accolades
Ended the season with 33 wins, tied for fourth in program history
Finished 2-1 at the Big West Tournament

2020 (Sophomore Season):

Played in all five matches, partnering with Darbi Honeycutt
Achieved a 2-1 record as the No. 2 pair
Ended the season with a 4-1 record

2019 (Freshman Season):

Played in all 28 matches, primarily with Darbi Honeycutt
Earned second-team All-Big West honors
Notable wins include victories over Vanguard and UC Davis
Finished 2-2 at the Big West Tournament

High School Background

Centennial High School:

Lettered in both indoor volleyball and swimming
Two-time team captain in volleyball
Earned second-team and honorable mention all-league honors
Graduated in 2018

Maughan’s journey from Centennial High School to the prestigious CSUN Athletics program showcases her relentless dedication and passion for beach volleyball. With each game, she continues to inspire both on and off the court, leaving an indelible mark on the sport.

As she progresses through her graduate studies and athletic career, Mikaela Maughan remains a beacon of excellence and sportsmanship within the CSUN community and beyond.