The Cal Poly Pomona Broncos fell to the Cal State Monterey Bay Otters, losing the series opener 17-8 despite an early lead established by a two-run homer from Julian Angulo. The Broncos are now 19-12 overall and 11-6 in CCAA play, maintaining a narrow one-game lead over the Otters in the conference standings. After initially leading 4-1, CPP struggled during the middle innings, conceding 15 runs in three frames. Pinch hitter Dominic De Feo provided a highlight late in the game with his first career home run, a three-run shot in the ninth. The Broncos will play a doubleheader against Monterey Bay on April 3rd.

By the Numbers
  • The Broncos have 19 wins this season, with 11 coming in conference play.
  • Julian Angulo hit his fifth home run of the season in the first inning.
  • Cal Poly Pomona has 50 stolen bases, ranking first in the CCAA.
  • The Broncos pitched second-fewest walks in the CCAA this season with 112.
State of Play
  • CPP remains in first place in the CCAA standings, just one game ahead of Monterey Bay.
  • The team is on a four-game errorless streak in the field.
  • Head coach Randy Betten is close to becoming the all-time leader in CCAA wins for the program.
What's Next

The Broncos face the Otters in a crucial doubleheader on April 3rd, where maintaining their lead in the CCAA will be pivotal.

Bottom Line

The Broncos must tighten their pitching and maintain their offensive momentum if they wish to solidify their standing in the CCAA amidst fierce competition.