The California Vulcans secured the second seed in the PSAC Tournament with a decisive 78-60 victory over No. 24 IUP, completing a season sweep of their rival. This win marks their third consecutive home victory against IUP and their second win over a nationally-ranked team this season. The Vulcans are set to host the tournament quarterfinals on March 4.

By the Numbers
  • California improved to 19-7 overall and 16-3 in conference play.
  • Redshirt junior Bryson Lucas notched his 10th double-double with 18 points and 12 rebounds.
  • Junior Dalman Alexander scored 19 points on 7-of-9 shooting.
  • The Vulcans shot 53.8% from the floor, including 65% in the second half.
State of Play
  • California is riding a three-game home winning streak against IUP.
  • The win granted Cal a first-round bye in the upcoming PSAC Tournament.
  • The Vulcans will conclude the regular season facing Slippery Rock on Saturday, Feb. 28.
What's Next

Following their regular season finale against Slippery Rock, California will prepare to host the PSAC Tournament quarterfinals on March 4, aiming to capitalize on their strong finish to the season.

Bottom Line

This victory solidifies California’s competitive edge in the PSAC and positions them favorably for the tournament, highlighting key performances from their leading players.