The Long Beach State Dirtbags are gearing up for a crucial 15-mile rivalry series against Cal State Fullerton this weekend at Bohl Diamond, continuing their 10-game homestand. The series will feature three games, with the opener on Friday evening preceded by a ceremonial first pitch. Saturday will honor the 1991 alumni team that achieved great success, while Sunday's game invites kids to run the bases. The Dirtbags aim to build momentum against a top conference rival.

By the Numbers
  • The Dirtbags rank sixth in the Big West with a .251 team batting average.
  • Trevor Goldenetz is second in the conference with a .369 batting average and leads in hits with 41.
State of Play
  • Long Beach State recently dropped its series against Cal State Northridge, suffering two losses despite a strong game with a 17-4 victory.
  • Cal State Fullerton swept UC Riverside in their last series but fell to UCLA midweek.
What's Next

The Dirtbags will look to regain their footing against Fullerton, aiming to leverage their home-field advantage and capitalize on their key players' performances. Maintaining momentum in their series could reshape their standings within the Big West conference.

Bottom Line

This weekend series against Cal State Fullerton is pivotal for the Dirtbags. Success here could dramatically influence their season aspirations, underscoring the need for consistency from both the offense and pitching rotation.