Cal Poly Humboldt's softball team achieved a crucial doubleheader sweep over Chico State by rallying from behind in both games. The 'Jacks won game one 3-1 with a late comeback, highlighted by a walk-off two-run homer from Alexa Garcia. In game two, they scored six runs in a single inning, leading to a 6-3 victory, bolstering their postseason hopes. With this sweep, Humboldt moves to a 21-24 overall record and matches its conference record at 12-12, while Chico State falls to 16-22 (10-16 CCAA).

By the Numbers
  • Lily Fournier allowed just one hit in game one while striking out six batters.
  • Humboldt's six-run inning in game two included three errors by Chico State.
State of Play
  • The victory keeps Humboldt competitive in the postseason race.
  • The team will look to maintain momentum in Saturday's doubleheader against the same opponent, which is also designated as Senior Day.
What's Next

Humboldt aims to carry Friday's momentum into Saturday鈥檚 games against Chico State, where they will honor their seniors. The outcome of this doubleheader could significantly impact their postseason prospects.

Bottom Line

The 'Jacks crucially strengthened their standings in the CCAA conference with the doubleheader sweep, showing resilience and teamwork as they fight for a playoff spot. This performance serves as a pivotal moment for their season.