The CCL Standard: By the Numbers - Arroyo Seco Saints
Based in Pasadena, the Arroyo Seco Saints bring nearly a decade of competitive summer baseball to the CCL South Division. Since joining the California Collegiate League in 2017, the Saints have balanced postseason competitiveness with a history of player development and alumni success.
February 26, 2026
The Arroyo Seco Saints are a collegiate summer baseball team representing the California Collegiate League (CCL) South Division. Based in Pasadena, California, the Saints have built a long and storied tradition rooted in player development, competitive excellence, and community engagement.
Founded in 2004 with a mission to help graduating student-athletes prepare for their transition to college baseball, the Saints grew into one of the West Coast's most respected summer collegiate programs. After competing in regional circuits, the Saints were invited to join the California Collegiate League in 2017, quickly finishing second in the South Division in their very first CCL season.
By the Numbers
Founded: 2004
Joined CCL: 2017 (first season finished 2nd in CCL South)
Home Field: Jackie Robinson Memorial Field (Pasadena)
Playoff Appearances: Multiple South Division playoff berths
Alumni: More than 25 MLB Draft selections
Focus: Collegiate development, exposure, competitive summer baseball
A Tradition of Summer Baseball
Since joining the CCL, the Saints have become a consistent presence in competitive South Division play. They've balanced a tradition of development and winning, producing players who advance to some of the nation's top collegiate programs and beyond. Over their first decade of CCL competition, the Saints have built a reputation for strong fundamentals, intense summer schedules, and meaningful growth opportunities.
The 2025 season marked the Saints' ninth campaign in the California Collegiate League, where they battled through a full summer schedule and competed in the South Division playoff picture, including advancing through the wildcard round.
Player Development and Success
Throughout their history, the Saints have helped guide athletes to successful collegiate and professional careers. More than 25 Saints alumni have been drafted by Major League Baseball franchises, including multiple selections in the annual MLB First-Year Player Draft. From 2013 through 2017, Saints alumni also made five straight trips to the NCAA College World Series, showcasing the high level of talent developed through the program.
Rooted in Pasadena Tradition
The Saints play their home games at Jackie Robinson Memorial Field at Brookside Park — a historic Pasadena venue near the Rose Bowl, once used for major league spring training in the early 20th century.
Built on the values of preparation, responsibility, tradition, and family, the Saints remain committed to competitive baseball, personal growth, and community identity — all core pillars of the California Collegiate League experience.