The 2026 CIF NorCal regional baseball and softball brackets are out, featuring six teams from the Northern Section competing for titles. Notably, Chico and Foothill secured spots in the regional playoffs, with Chico set to face No. 2 Franklin and Foothill hosting No. 5 Wheatland. Meanwhile, the Division IV champion West Valley earned the highest seed and a first-round bye in the playoffs. Other contenders include Los Molinos, Maxwell, and three NSCIF softball teams, as all first-round games are scheduled for June 2 at 4 p.m.

By the Numbers
  • Chico (22-8) is seeded No. 7 in Division II facing No. 2 Franklin (22-9-1).
  • Foothill (22-8) is No. 4 in Division III hosting No. 5 Wheatland (24-8).
State of Play
  • West Valley is the only team with a first-round bye in Division IV, holding the No. 1 seed.
  • Three NSCIF softball teams, including Chico, Las Plumas, and East Nicolaus, are vying in Division III.
What's Next

Players and teams will focus on advancing through the first round of the playoffs, with all eyes on potential upsets as they compete for a spot in the championship bracket.

Bottom Line

The NorCal playoffs spotlight emerging talent from the Northern Section, emphasizing the competitive nature of high school baseball and softball, with teams striving to leave their mark in regional history.