Cal State East Bay, ranked No. 9, completed a sweep of Cal State San Bernardino with two tight wins, 3-1 and 7-6. In the opener, East Bay's Quintero showcased strong pitching, allowing only one unearned run and five hits while securing the win. The second game featured a five-run second inning for East Bay, but CSUSB fought back, narrowing the gap to just one run before Quintero closed the game. Gomez shined offensively, leading the team with multiple hits and RBIs across both games. The Pioneers are set to host San Francisco State next week in a conference series.

By the Numbers
  • Quintero pitched all seven innings in the first game, giving up 5 hits and 1 unearned run.
  • Gomez contributed a two-run double and had a total of 2 hits and 2 RBIs in the second game.
  • East Bay accumulated 7 hits in the second game victory.
Yes, But

Despite solid performances, CSUSB demonstrated resilience by executing multiple scoring opportunities, particularly in the late innings of the second game, which exposed vulnerabilities in East Bay's defense.

State of Play
  • East Bay's offense was bolstered by timely hitting and capitalizing on CSUSB errors.
  • The Pioneers relied heavily on Quintero's pitching across both games, especially in high-pressure moments.
What's Next

Cal State East Bay aims to build on this momentum as they prepare for a critical CCAA series against San Francisco State next week, where maintaining strong offensive performance and pitching will be vital.

Bottom Line

The Pioneers showcased their ability to win tough games but must improve their defense and consistency, especially under late-game pressure, as they head into future matchups.