Cal State LA is projected to finish second in the 2026-27 CCAA women’s basketball season, just behind Cal Poly Pomona. The Golden Eagles earned six first-place votes after winning their first CCAA Tournament title last season; the Broncos received eight votes after reaching the NCAA Division II Elite Eight.

By the Numbers
  • Cal Poly Pomona: 190 poll points and 8 first-place votes.
  • Cal State LA: 186 points and 6 first-place votes.
  • Cal State LA finished last season 24-7 overall and 18-4 in conference play.
  • The Golden Eagles beat the Broncos 78-62 in the CCAA Tournament championship game.
Yes, But

The poll gives Cal Poly Pomona a narrow edge, but Cal State LA is the defending conference tournament champion. The Broncos, meanwhile, claimed the regular-season title and advanced to the Elite Eight.

Bottom Line

The preseason poll points to a close race between two proven contenders, with Cal State LA positioned to build on its breakthrough tournament championship.