In a stunning turn of events, the Long Beach State Beach men's basketball team fought against all odds to secure their spot in the NCAA March Madness tournament. Led by their determined head coach Dan Monson, who was informed of his impending departure from the university just a week ago, the Beach's remarkable comeback has solidified their place in college basketball's most prestigious event.

Previously, the Beach endured a challenging five-game losing streak, fueling doubts about their Cinderella aspirations as the regular season came to a close. Consequently, it was on Monday that the University made the announcement of parting ways with Coach Monson at the conclusion of the season. Nonetheless, it was agreed upon by both Monson and Director of Athletics Bobby Smitheran that Monson would remain as coach for the postseason.

To the surprise of many, the Long Beach State team displayed immense resilience and determination at the Big West Conference Tournament held in Henderson, Nevada. They recorded back-to-back victories against UC Riverside, UC Irvine, and UC Davis, ultimately clinching the conference championship on Saturday and punching their ticket to the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament, fondly known as March Madness.

Following their triumph, Coach Monson spoke about his future aspirations in coaching, stating that this incredible run would not be the end for him. Speaking to ESPN game broadcaster, he expressed his love for the game and the desire for new challenges. "It's life, on to the next chapter," Monson said.

This achievement marks the Beach's first appearance in the March Madness tournament since 2012 and the second time during Monson's impressive 17-year tenure with Long Beach State. Fans eagerly await the NCAA Tournament bracket reveal on Sunday evening, where the team will discover their fate in March Madness.

The Long Beach State Beach men's basketball team's astonishing journey serves as a testament to their resilience and determination to succeed against all odds. As they make their way to the prestigious NCAA March Madness tournament, their remarkable performance stands as an inspiration to underdog teams across the nation.