In the final game of their series, the Cal State San Marcos Cougars fell to the Cal State East Bay Pioneers 5-3, concluding the series with a record of 1-2. The Cougars took an early lead in the fourth inning, but the Pioneers responded with a five-run inning, fueled by key hits, including a two-run double from Dylan Unangst. CSUSM managed to narrow the gap with runs in the sixth, but were unable to complete the comeback.

By the Numbers
  • Jacob Embleton had 3 hits, 2 RBIs, and 1 double.
  • Isaac Cota pitched 4 innings, recording 3 strikeouts and allowing only 1 hit.
State of Play
  • CSUSM now holds a season record of 26-13 and sits at 13-11 in the CCAA conference.
  • Cal State East Bay improves to 20-22, with a conference record of 11-13.
What's Next

The Cougars are set to return to San Marcos for their last home series of the season, facing off against Cal State LA on Friday.

Bottom Line

The Cougars need to regroup quickly ahead of their final home series, as they aim to regain momentum for the playoff stretch and improve their standing in the conference.