Cal Poly's baseball squad captured its second straight Big West Championship on Sunday, edging UC San Diego 4‑3 in a tightly contested finale.
Key Moments That Defined the Victory
Freshman right‑hander Corden Pettey opened the game with a commanding performance on the mound, limiting the Tritons to a single run over his six innings. The offense answered in the fifth when Dylan Kordic launched a three‑run homer that swung the momentum decisively in Cal Poly's favor.
The win marked a dramatic turnaround from the previous day, when the Mustangs suffered a blowout loss to the same Tritons. Bouncing back, the team displayed resilience and depth, traits that have become hallmarks of their recent success.
The championship represents the ninth overall conference title for Cal Poly and their first back‑to‑back crowns since the 1993‑94 season. It also secures a berth in the upcoming NCAA regional tournament, a milestone the program has not achieved in consecutive years since 2013‑14.
Looking Ahead to the Regionals
With the regional field to be announced on Monday morning, the Mustangs prepare to travel to a new venue, carrying the momentum of their historic run. Coach and players alike expressed confidence that the experience gained from previous regional appearances will prove invaluable.