Cal Poly Humboldt faced off against No. 3 Cal State San Marcos in a doubleheader, losing both games 3-0 and 7-1. Despite the losses, freshman pitcher Lily Fournier achieved a milestone by recording her 100th strikeout of the season in the first game, solidifying her position as one of the top performers in the CCAA. The Lumberjacks struggled offensively but received contributions from players like Rylee Banks and Katlyn Gifford, who hit a home run in game two. As the series continues, Humboldt aims for a comeback in their next matches against the Cougars.

By the Numbers
  • Lily Fournier recorded her 100th strikeout of the season, ranking second in the CCAA.
  • Katlyn Gifford's solo home run in game two marked her seventh of the season, ranking fifth in the CCAA.
State of Play
  • Humboldt is currently 19-22 overall and 10-10 in the CCAA.
  • Cal State San Marcos leads the series and has a record of 39-5, holding the third position nationally.
What's Next

The Lumberjacks will attempt to turn their fortunes around in the next doubleheader scheduled against the Cougars on Saturday, with games starting at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Bottom Line

Despite the tough losses, Humboldt's performance highlights key player milestones and the potential for future success as they seek to bounce back in upcoming games.