CCL Week Ahead: Key Matchups Highlight Another Week of CCL Action
Several important divisional matchups headline another exciting week of California Collegiate League baseball as teams continue their push toward the postseason.
As the California Collegiate League season continues to roll into July, the race for playoff positioning is beginning to intensify. With several clubs jockeying for position in both divisions, this week's slate features meaningful matchups that could have a lasting impact on the standings.
The week also coincides with the start of the 2026 MLB Draft, providing another opportunity to celebrate the success of former CCL players who continue their baseball careers at the professional level. While the draft shines a national spotlight on the league's alumni, the focus on the field remains squarely on another exciting week of CCL competition.
Matchups to Watch
Santa Barbara Foresters at Orange County Riptide
Thursday, July 9 – 7:00 PM
One of the week's marquee matchups features two of the South Division's top clubs.
The Foresters have once again established themselves among the CCL's elite, while the Riptide continue to chase first place in the division. Every meeting between these clubs carries postseason implications, making Thursday night's contest one of the biggest games on the schedule.
San Luis Obispo Blues at Conejo Oaks
Thursday, July 9 – 4:00 PM
The North Division-leading Blues travel south for an important matchup against a Conejo squad looking to strengthen its playoff position.
San Luis Obispo has consistently been one of the league's top teams throughout the summer, while the Oaks continue to prove they can compete with anyone in the CCL. Thursday's game offers another opportunity for both clubs to make a statement.
Walnut Creek Crawdads at Arroyo Saints
Wednesday, July 8 – 5:35 PM
Walnut Creek continues to battle near the top of the North Division standings and will look to keep pace against an Arroyo team searching for momentum.
As the postseason race tightens, every victory becomes increasingly valuable.
Santa Barbara Foresters at MLB Barons
Tuesday, July 7 – 6:05 PM
The week opens with Santa Barbara traveling to take on the Barons.
The Foresters have been one of the league's most consistent clubs throughout the summer, while the Barons look to defend their home field and earn a statement victory.
San Francisco Seagulls at Sonoma Stompers
Tuesday, July 7 & Sunday, July 12
The Seagulls and Stompers bookend the week with a pair of matchups that provide Sonoma an opportunity to continue building momentum in the North Division.
For San Francisco, the series offers a chance to finish the week on a positive note, while the Stompers continue their climb in the standings.
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, July 7
- San Francisco Seagulls at Sonoma Stompers – 6:05 PM
- Santa Barbara Foresters at MLB Barons – 6:05 PM
Wednesday, July 8
- Walnut Creek Crawdads at Arroyo Saints – 5:35 PM
Thursday, July 9
- San Luis Obispo Blues at Conejo Oaks – 4:00 PM
- Santa Barbara Foresters at Orange County Riptide – 7:00 PM
Saturday, July 11
- Menlo Park Legends at San Francisco Seagulls – 6:05 PM
- MLB Barons at Orange County Riptide – 7:00 PM
Sunday, July 12
- Conejo Oaks at Arroyo Saints – 5:35 PM
- San Francisco Seagulls at Sonoma Stompers – 6:05 PM
Be sure to follow CCL Media throughout the week for live coverage, feature stories, photography, highlights, and postgame interviews as teams continue their push toward the postseason and another exciting week of California Collegiate League baseball unfolds.