UCSD's Erin Condron Scores Career-High 32 Points in Big West Clincher

Junior forward-center's double-double helps Tritons secure spot in conference tournament

Feb. 6, 2026 at 7:07pm

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Behind a career-high 32 points and 13 rebounds from junior forward-center Erin Condron, the UC San Diego women's basketball team defeated Long Beach State 64-53 on Thursday night to clinch a berth in the 2026 Big West Tournament.

Why it matters

Condron's dominant performance was a key factor in UCSD securing its spot in the conference tournament, a significant achievement for the program as it continues to build momentum in Division I competition.

The details

Condron went 9-for-15 from the field and sank 14 of 16 free throws, adding 7 offensive rebounds, 2 blocks, and a steal to her stat line. Her 32 points are the most ever scored by a Triton player in a Division I game. Guard Dymonique Maxie scored 10 points, while guard Makayla Rose contributed 9 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists, and 3 steals.

  • The game was played on Thursday, February 6, 2026.

The players

Erin Condron

A 6-foot-4 junior forward-center from Australia who had a career-high 32 points and 13 rebounds in the game.

Heidi VanDerveer

The head coach of the UC San Diego women's basketball team.

Dymonique Maxie

A guard who scored 10 points for UCSD in the game.

Makayla Rose

A guard who contributed 9 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists, and 3 steals for UCSD.

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What they’re saying

“It was a great effort by Erin. She handled the double teams well. She scored through contact, got fouled and made her free throws. Obviously, she's a big presence for us. Her whole game has improved, not just the domination on the block but also the ability to make plays out of the low post.”

— Heidi VanDerveer, Head Coach, UC San Diego Women's Basketball (San Diego Union-Tribune)

The takeaway

Erin Condron's career night was a crucial factor in UCSD securing its spot in the Big West Tournament, showcasing the team's continued growth and competitiveness at the Division I level.