Cal State San Marcos baseball team (33-17) was eliminated from the CCAA Tournament after a close 8-6 loss to Cal Poly Pomona (30-22). The Cougars led 6-0 but CPP staged a comeback with eight unanswered runs to secure the win. Zech Samayoa starred for CSUSM, hitting two home runs and driving in five RBIs, marking a significant milestone in his season. The defeat ends CSUSM's tournament hopes, but they will wait for NCAA Division II West Regional announcements.

By the Numbers
  • Zech Samayoa hit two home runs, totaling 22 on the season — the fourth most in CCAA history.
  • Samayoa also tallied five RBIs, bringing his season total to 76, tying for the seventh most in conference history.
State of Play
  • CSUSM held a substantial 6-0 lead before CPP rallied to win the elimination game.
  • The Cougars will learn their NCAA Division II West Regional fate during the selection show on Sunday night.
What's Next

CSUSM will wait for the NCAA Selection Show on Sunday night to determine their next steps and potential matchup in the West Regional.

Bottom Line

Despite their tournament exit, CSUSM has showcased strong individual performances, especially from Samayoa. The team now shifts focus to the upcoming NCAA tournament opportunities.