California Baptist baseball program heads to Arizona for its second NCAA Division I postseason tournament starting on Wednesday in Mesa.

By the Numbers
  • The Lancers finished the regular season tied for second place.
  • They will enter the Western Athletic Conference Tournament as a four-seed.
  • The team secured the four-seed position after a victory over the Trailblazers.
  • California Baptist will face the winner of Sacramento State and Tarleton in their first tournament game.
  • Nicholas Dumesnil leads the team with a .365 batting average, 12 doubles, two triples, and 18 home runs.
Yes, But

The competition in the postseason tournament may pose challenges, especially if facing strong opponents like Grand Canyon.

State of Play
  • California Baptist is entering the tournament with strong offensive momentum.
  • Nicholas Dumesnil and Mitchel Simon are key players to watch in the upcoming games.
  • The pitching staff, led by Lukas Pirko and Nathan Hemmerling, will be crucial for the team's performance.
What's Next

A win on Wednesday could lead to a rematch with the one-seeded Grand Canyon, while a loss could place California Baptist in the loser's bracket.

Bottom Line

California Baptist baseball program is poised for success in the postseason with key players excelling both offensively and defensively, providing a strong foundation for their tournament journey.