Fresno State Bulldogs Battle No. 25 Grand Canyon Lopes in Doubleheader
The Fresno State Bulldogs are set to host the No. 25 Grand Canyon Lopes in a doubleheader on April 8, 2026, during their five-game home stretch. The Bulldogs enter the match with a record of 17-15 overall and 6-6 in the Mountain West Conference, riding a three-game win streak. They aim to capitalize on recent momentum, having just achieved their first series sweep of the season against San Jose State, led by standout performances from Rylee Bocchini, named Mountain West Player of the Week. This matchup marks the first-ever meeting between Fresno State and Grand Canyon as Mountain West opponents.
By the Numbers- Fresno State boasts a three-game win streak and has recorded two consecutive series with over 30 hits (37 vs San Jose State, 35 vs UNLV).
- Grand Canyon leads the Mountain West with a 10-2 conference record and is 37-4 overall this season.
- The Bulldogs are tied for fourth in the Mountain West, alongside Colorado State and New Mexico.
- Fresno State has 13 returning players from last season and welcomed 13 newcomers to the roster in 2026.
Following the doubleheader against Grand Canyon, the Bulldogs will face Colorado State on the weekend and a midweek matchup against Stanford on April 15. Their performance in these games could significantly impact their conference standing.
Bottom LineThe Bulldogs need to leverage their recent success and strong home advantage to secure victories against ranked opponents. A strong performance in this doubleheader could bolster their confidence and standings in the Mountain West Conference.
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