Chico State and Stanislaus State split their baseball doubleheader, with the Wildcats winning the first game 13鈥�1 and the Warriors taking the second 11鈥�3. In game one, Chico exploded for six runs in the fourth inning, led by Jared Cantu鈥檚 standout performance of three hits and five RBIs. Stanislaus State responded robustly in game two, fueled by a five-run inning that dictated the match's outcome. The split leaves Chico State at 20-21 overall and 9-14 in the CCAA, while Stanislaus State improves to 18-21 and 9-13 in conference play, narrowly overtaking the Wildcats in standings.

By the Numbers
  • Chico State achieved 17 hits in the first game, marking their best offensive output of the weekend.
  • Stanislaus State scored five runs in just the second inning of game two, contributing significantly to their 11-3 victory.
State of Play
  • Chico State trails Stanislaus State by half a game in CCAA standings.
  • Jaden Neugebauer extended his hitting streak to eight games, leading the Wildcats in game two.
What's Next

Chico State will compete against Stanislaus State in the series finale on Sunday, aiming to secure a series split and improve their overall conference standing.

Bottom Line

The Wildcats must capitalize on their offensive strengths and rectify defensive errors as they head into the final game, ensuring a robust performance against a close rival in order to boost their chances within the CCAA.