
Cal Poly Baseball’s Breakthrough Super Regional Run
The Mustangs' first Super Regional appearance reflects a season of resilience, key performances, and a program poised for future growth.
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The Mustangs' first Super Regional appearance reflects a season of resilience, key performances, and a program poised for future growth.

The Mustangs finished two wins shy of the NCAA Division I Men's College World Series after capturing regular‑season and tournament titles, setting multiple school records and showcasing standout performances from players such as Ryan Tayman and Nick Bonn.

Cal Poly's 2026 baseball campaign delivered a Big West co‑championship, a conference tournament title and the program's first NCAA Division I regional crown, only to see a dominant West Virginia squad end the run with a 17‑1 victory in the Super Regional final.

The Mountaineers need just one more win to return to the College World Series for the first time since 1955, with analysts offering differing predictions and highlighting key players.

West Virginia University and Cal Poly are set to meet in a three‑game super regional beginning June 5, with the winner heading to Omaha for the College World Series. Both programs are making their inaugural appearances, promising a competitive series broadcast on ESPN2.

The Mountaineers and Mustangs meet in a high‑stakes Super Regional, with star players and key statistics shaping the outlook.

West Virginia University and Cal Poly will meet in a best‑of‑three super regional starting June 5, with ESPN2 broadcasting the action. Key players like Armani Guzman and Carson Turnquist headline a matchup defined by small‑ball tactics and historic firsts.
Cal Poly’s 14‑1 win over St. Mary’s kept the team unbeaten in the regional, highlighted by Tayman’s 17th home run and a six‑run fourth inning.

The Mustangs routed Saint Mary's 14-0, highlighted by Ryan Tayman's program-record 17th homer and a collective offensive onslaught that left the opposition scrambling.

Cal Poly's offense exploded with six runs in the fourth inning and five more in the sixth, powered by home runs from Ryan Tayman and Cam Hoiland, while Carson Turnquist delivered a strong pitching outing. Meanwhile, UCLA rallied in the ninth to eliminate Virginia Tech, keeping the regional finals alive.

Cal Poly defeated Virginia Tech 6-2 in the Los Angeles Regional, with Griffin Naess delivering a seven-inning performance and Casey Murray Jr. and Dante Vachini driving the offense. The Mustangs now face Saint Mary's after the Gaels upset UCLA.

UC Santa Barbara lost 4-2 to Cal Poly in the Big West Championships, dropping them into the losers bracket. They now face UC San Diego in a must-win elimination game that could set up a rematch with Cal Poly and a possible championship on Sunday.

A clutch sixth‑through‑eighth inning rally, led by Cam Hoiland’s perfect game and Nick Bonn’s record‑tying save, propelled Cal Poly to a 4‑2 victory over UC Santa Barbara, setting up a showdown for an NCAA Regional berth.

Cal Poly's 4-2 win over top-seeded UC Santa Barbara showcases a stellar pitching outing and a timely offensive surge, propelling the Mustangs into the championship game.

Griffin Naess and Steele Murdock delivered a masterful duel, with Naess securing a 1-0 victory over UC San Diego, while the Cal Poly squad prepares for a showdown against UC Santa Barbara.

The Mustangs earned a conference‑best 11 All‑Big West selections, highlighted by Larry Lee’s second Coach of the Year honor and standout performances from Ryan Tayman, Alejandro Garza and Nate Castellon.

Cal Poly’s 6‑2 victory over Long Beach State highlighted by a three‑hitter from Carson Turnquist and solid relief from Chris Downs, keeping the team in a tie for first place in the Big West.

Cal Poly defeated Long Beach State 11‑3 in the opener of a Big West baseball series, highlighted by Tayman’s 16th home run and Naess’s solid pitching.

Cal Poly’s offense, led by Ryan Tayman and Alejandro Garza, faces Long Beach State in a series that could determine the conference champion and the NCAA tournament seed