CCL Week Ahead: Heavyweights Collide Again

Another exciting week of California Collegiate League action is on deck, and the spotlight once again falls on two of the league's premier programs. The Santa Barbara Foresters enter the week with the league's best record at 13-1, while the San Luis Obispo Blues sit close behind at 14-4. Just days after their highly anticipated matchup in San Luis Obispo, the two clubs will renew one of the CCL's most storied rivalries in Santa Barbara.

Beyond Thursday's marquee showdown, the week features several important divisional matchups as teams look to gain ground heading into the heart of the summer schedule. From North Division battles between Walnut Creek and Sonoma to key South Division contests involving Orange County and Conejo, there is no shortage of meaningful baseball on tap.

Matchups to Watch

San Luis Obispo Blues at Santa Barbara Foresters

Thursday, June 25 – 4:30 PM

The headline game of the week comes early.

Just four days after meeting in San Luis Obispo, the Blues and Foresters square off again in what has become one of the premier rivalries in California Collegiate League baseball. These two organizations have spent years battling for division titles, playoff positioning, and league championships, and another chapter will be written Thursday afternoon in Santa Barbara.

The Foresters enter the week with the league's best record at 13-1, while the Blues sit at 14-4 and remain one of the hottest teams in the CCL. Whenever these clubs meet, fans can expect high-level baseball, and with first-place implications and bragging rights on the line, Thursday's matchup is shaping up to be one of the biggest games of the summer so far.

Conejo Oaks at Orange County Riptide

Friday, June 26 – 7:00 PM

Orange County continues to establish itself as one of the South Division's top teams, and Friday night's matchup presents another opportunity for the Riptide to strengthen their position in the standings.

Conejo, however, has consistently proven capable of challenging anyone in the league. With both teams looking to build momentum heading into the weekend, expect a competitive contest at Great Park.

Sonoma Stompers at Walnut Creek Crawdads

Wednesday, June 24 – 4:00 PM

Two North Division clubs meet in a matchup that could have important implications as the standings begin to take shape. Walnut Creek and Sonoma have developed a competitive rivalry over the years, and every game between the two carries added weight.

The Stompers and Crawdads will meet twice during the week, making this series one to watch closely.

Walnut Creek Crawdads at Sonoma Stompers

Saturday, June 27 – 6:05 PM

The second meeting of the week shifts to Sonoma, where the Stompers will look to defend their home field. Depending on the outcome of Wednesday's contest, Saturday's matchup could serve as a pivotal game in the North Division race.

Arroyo Saints at San Luis Obispo Blues

Sunday, June 28 – 2:00 PM

After the emotional showdown with Santa Barbara, the Blues will have little time to relax. Arroyo travels to Sinsheimer Stadium looking to pick up a statement victory against one of the league's top clubs.

For San Luis Obispo, Sunday's game represents another opportunity to maintain momentum as the race for the top of the standings continues.

Menlo Park Legends at San Francisco Seagulls

Tuesday, June 23 – 6:05 PM

The week begins with a Bay Area matchup as Menlo Park travels to face San Francisco. Both teams will be looking to start the week strong and establish momentum heading into a busy stretch of league play.

CCL Media Coverage Schedule

The CCL Media Team will be on-site throughout the week bringing fans game coverage, photography, highlights, and postgame interviews from the following matchups:

Tuesday, June 23

• Menlo Park Legends at San Francisco Seagulls – 6:05 PM

Wednesday, June 24

• Arroyo Saints at MLB Barons – 6:05 PM
• Sonoma Stompers at Walnut Creek Crawdads – 4:00 PM

Thursday, June 25

• San Luis Obispo Blues at Santa Barbara Foresters – 4:30 PM
• Orange County Riptide at MLB Barons – 6:05 PM

Friday, June 26

• Conejo Oaks at Orange County Riptide – 7:00 PM

Saturday, June 27

• Walnut Creek Crawdads at Sonoma Stompers – 6:05 PM
• Menlo Park Legends at Santa Barbara Foresters – 4:30 PM

Sunday, June 28

• San Francisco Seagulls at Walnut Creek Crawdads – 4:00 PM
• Arroyo Saints at San Luis Obispo Blues – 2:00 PM

Be sure to follow CCL Media throughout the week for live coverage, feature stories, photography, highlights, and postgame interviews as the 2026 California Collegiate League season continues to deliver exciting action across the state.