Cal Poly Humboldt softball split its Saturday doubleheader against Cal State Monterey Bay, losing the first game 3-2 but rebounding for a dramatic 10-9 victory in the second, thus winning the series 3-1 overall. The Lumberjacks now hold a record of 18-19 and sit third in the CCAA standings with a conference record of 9-7. In game one, Humboldt led early but faltered as Monterey Bay scored two unearned runs in the sixth. However, a seven-run fourth inning in game two, fueled by standout performances from Katlyn Gifford and Marissa Brody, propelled the Jacks to victory and secured the series.

By the Numbers
  • Humboldt scored a total of 10 runs in game two after trailing 8-3.
  • Katlyn Gifford hit two home runs in the doubleheader, including the game-winner in game two.
  • Marissa Brody contributed four RBI and went 2-for-3 in the second game.
  • Lily Fournier pitched a total of 10 innings across both games, striking out 10 batters.
State of Play
  • Humboldt鈥檚 victory in game two marked a significant comeback from an early deficit.
  • The Lumberjacks secured three wins out of four against Monterey Bay, improving their CCAA standing.
  • Katy Gifford is emerging as a key offensive threat with her recent performances.
What's Next

The Lumberjacks head into their next series against Cal State San Bernardino, scheduled for Friday at 1:00 PM, looking to build on their recent success.

Bottom Line

Humboldt's resilience in the face of adversity and strong performances from key players suggest they are gaining momentum as they approach the latter part of the season. Continuing this upward trajectory will be essential as they strive for a strong finish in conference play.