Cal State Monterey Bay's softball team secured its spot in the CCAA Championship Tournament by sweeping a doubleheader against San Francisco State, winning 5鈥�4 in nine innings and 6鈥�4. With this victory, the Otters improved their season record to 31鈥�20 overall and 14鈥�16 in conference play. Key performances included senior Kieley Ganaden, who hit a home run in Game 2, and junior Abreanna Alba, who contributed significantly in both games, including scoring four RBIs in the doubleheader. This marks the first postseason appearance for the Otters since 2023, and they join an elite group by reaching 30-plus wins for the ninth time as full NCAA Division II members.

By the Numbers
  • Cal State Monterey Bay has 31 wins this season, part of their 30-win club streak.
  • Abreanna Alba's four RBIs brought her season total to 50, tying her for eighth on the Otter single-season RBI list.
State of Play
  • The Otters are entering the CCAA Championship Tournament after a successful regular season.
  • CSUMB's Kadence Nulick achieved her 12th win of the season, ranking her 19th in the Otter single-season record book.
What's Next

The Otters will conclude their regular season with another doubleheader against San Francisco State, with the first game set to start at 11 a.m. on Saturday. Performance in this game could further enhance their postseason momentum.

Bottom Line

With their successful sweep and return to postseason play, the Otters are poised to make an impact in the upcoming CCAA Championship Tournament, fueled by standout performances from players like Ganaden and Alba.