The Cal State Monterey Bay Otters secured a third-place finish at The Hanny tournament, achieving significant regional victories against top competitors. Ranked No. 7 in the West Region, the Otters triumphed over No. 1 Cal State East Bay and No. 2 Western Washington, with WWU finishing three strokes behind and East Bay trailing by six. Freshman Ben Christian led the team with a final round score of 67, landing him in sixth place with even par for the tournament. This success sets the stage for the upcoming CCAA Championship Tournament, where the Otters aim for their sixth title since 2010.

By the Numbers
  • CSUMB finished third, defeating the region's top two teams: No. 1 Cal State East Bay and No. 2 Western Washington.
  • Ben Christian shot a final round score of 67 (-4) to finish the tournament at even par, placing sixth overall.
Yes, But

Despite the wins over top-ranked teams, the Otters need to maintain consistency to capitalize on this momentum in the upcoming critical CCAA Championship Tournament.

State of Play
  • Cal State Monterey Bay is positioned positively heading into the postseason with a third-place finish at The Hanny.
  • They have a strong roster with several players finishing in the Top 20, indicating depth in performance.
What's Next

The Otters will compete in the CCAA Championship Tournament from April 20-22, where they hope to secure a sixth championship title and a spot in the NCAA Regional Championship.

Bottom Line

The Otters' recent performance illustrates their potential to excel in upcoming championships, making them a team to watch as they seek to extend their success in the postseason.