In a wild doubleheader, Cal State LA's baseball team split games against San Francisco State, winning the opener with a ninth-inning rally 17-14, but then losing the nightcap 10-5 at Maloney Field in California Collegiate Athletic Association action.

By the Numbers
  • Cal State LA has a season-high of 23 hits in the opener.
  • The teams combined for 31 runs and 39 hits in the first game.
  • The Golden Eagles are tied for seventh in the CCAA with Sonoma State.
  • San Francisco State moved into fourth place in the CCAA standings.
Yes, But

The Golden Eagles faced a tough loss in the nightcap after surrendering seven runs in the sixth inning, despite a strong performance earlier in the day.

State of Play
  • Cal State LA holds a 21-24 record in the season.
  • The top six teams in the CCAA will qualify for the tournament, with tight competition as six teams are within 2 1/2 games of each other for sixth place.
What's Next

The series will conclude with a single game on Sunday starting at noon.

Bottom Line

Cal State LA's baseball team experienced a mix of success and challenge in a doubleheader split against San Francisco State, highlighting the team's competitive spirit and the unpredictable nature of the sport.