Baseball
Dirtbags suffer fourth straight loss in home opener
Something about Calvin Estrada’s body language as he tracked an otherwise routine fly ball to left in a Tuesday night game against University of San Diego didn’t feel right. He took tentative steps toward foul ground with his glove above his head as the ball bounced off the glove and[Read More…]
Dirtbags suffer sweep in the swamp
The Dirtbags received a rude welcome to the 2019 season this weekend at the hands of No. 3 Florida, which swept Long Beach in a three-game series. Long Beach State had its work cut out in the opening series, having to face one of its toughest opponents of the year.[Read More…]
Injuries shake up Dirtbags’ heading into 2019
The Long Beach State Dirtbags started the 2018 season with injuries and an undermanned pitching staff before ending the year fifth in the Big West. They begin 2019 with the same challenges, and a new roster, making the next few weeks a critical stretch. “Currently we only have eight healthy[Read More…]
A new Day for the Dirtbags
When Ryan Day talks about the Dirtbags, he starts talking a mile a minute; a habit that shows the new Director of Baseball Operations’ excitement for the baseball team’s upcoming season. “[Day] brings a passion and a work ethic that will certainly aid us in his area of job responsibilities,”[Read More…]
Blair Field to receive new lights
One of the many upcoming renovation plans at Blair Field will be the installation of new stadium lights according to Long Beach State officials. The project was announced in 2009, but didn’t break ground until three years ago and will not be finished until next year. “We are looking forward[Read More…]
Dodgers’ trade deadline strategy creates exciting way to lose
The Dodgers’ most electric offensive player and prized trade-deadline acquisition put on a show against the Cardinals last Thursday. Manny Machado’s 3-4 night included an edge-of-your-seat seventh inning at bat, culminating in a home run to deep center. His performance is a manifestation of the Dodgers’ trade deadline strategy that[Read More…]
Dirtbags show out in the MLB Draft
After a disappointing season, four Dirtbags will have the opportunity to make their mark in the MLB after being drafted this week. Junior second baseman Jarren Duran was selected in the seventh round by the Boston Red Sox, while junior pitchers Eli Villalobos, Clayton Andrews and Chris Rivera were selected[Read More…]
Dirtbags season drops in the dirt
At least it’s almost over. It’s been hard to watch most of the year. I came into this season ready for another playoff berth after the Dirtbags made an appearance in the NCAA Super Regional. The season quickly became an uphill battle just to get to an even record, and[Read More…]
The dollars and ‘sense’ of Long Beach State head coaching contracts
Long Beach State’s athletic program has seen much success recently with the men’s volleyball team after claiming the No. 1 spot in the nation and winning the NCAA Championship. Other teams, like the 2017-2018 men’s and women’s basketball program, have not been so relevant after disappointing seasons. While talented athletes[Read More…]