HONOLULU, Hawai'i -- Cal Poly Humboldt softball (2-0) kicked off the 2025 season in dominant fashion, sweeping its opening day matchups for the first time since 2019. The Lumberjacks started with a commanding 10-0 run-rule shutout over No. 22 Lewis, their first season-opening win since 2019 and first run-rule victory in a season opener since 2017. They followed up with a decisive 6-1 win over Ferris State, capping off a statement day at Sand Island Park in Hawai'i.
"I'm incredibly proud of the effort and determination shown today from this team," stated head coach
Megan Corriea. "We faced some tough competition but, our teamwork and resilience carried us through. Let's keep this momentum going through the rest of the week and continue to improve every chance we get!"
Game 1 vs. No. 22 Lewis University | HUM 10, LU 0 (5 innings)
Humboldt Softball Makes Statement in Season Opener, Run Rules No. 22 Lewis
Cal Poly Humboldt softball (1-0) opened the 2025 season in dominant fashion, shutting out No. 22 Lewis (2-2) in a commanding 10-0 run-rule victory at Sand Island Park on Tuesday afternoon. This marks Humboldt's first season-opening win since 2019 and the program's first run-rule victory in a season opener since 2017.
The Jacks wasted no time getting on the board, as Alyssa Smokey's RBI double in the first inning brought Hailee Moore home for the early 1-0 lead. Humboldt added two more in the third, capitalizing on a Shelby Shanks RBI single and a wild pitch that allowed Smokey to score.
Humboldt then exploded for a seven-run fourth inning to put the game out of reach. The scoring barrage started with a bases-loaded walk from Bridgette Boling, followed by an RBI hit-by-pitch taken by Smokey. Lauren Asia drove in two more with a single to left center, and Vanessa Saltos ripped a two-run double to make it 9-0. Alyssa Ramirez capped the inning with an RBI triple down the left-field line, extending the lead to double digits.
On the mound, Gaige Garcia (1-0) delivered an impressive season debut, tossing three shutout innings while allowing just one hit and striking out three. Riley Shopp took over in the fourth and closed the game with two scoreless innings, limiting Lewis to just two total hits on the day.
Humboldt's offense finished with seven hits, including extra-base contributions from Smokey, Saltos, and Ramirez. The Jacks also showcased their speed with stolen bases from Bella Garcia, Moore, and Hailey Meisenbach.
Game Notes:
- First season-opening win for Humboldt since 2019.
- First run-rule victory in a season opener since 2017.
- Humboldt held Lewis to just two hits while collecting seven of their own.
- Gaige Garcia (1-0) earned the win with three scoreless innings.
- Alyssa Smokey led the offense with two hits and two RBIs.
Game 2 vs. Ferris State | HUM 6, FSU 1
Cal Poly Humboldt Caps Off Opening Day Sweep with 6-1 Victory Over Ferris State
Cal Poly Humboldt Softball (2-0) made an emphatic statement to open the 2025 season, securing a 6-1 victory over Ferris State (1-3) at Sand Island Park on Tuesday afternoon. The win marked the first time since 2019 that the Lumberjacks have swept their opening day games.
Alyssa Smokey (1-0) was dominant in the circle, allowing just one hit over six shutout innings while striking out four. She was backed by a productive Humboldt offense that racked up 10 hits, including a key two-run double by Vanessa Saltos in the third inning.
How It Happened
Humboldt wasted no time getting on the board, taking a 1-0 lead in the first inning when Bella Garcia scored on a wild pitch. The Lumberjacks extended their lead in the third, as Saltos' double drove in two runs before Alyssa Ramirez added an RBI single to make it 4-0.
The Jacks continued to apply pressure in the sixth, when Garcia's RBI single and Hailee Moore's RBI base hit pushed the lead to 6-0. Ferris State managed to scratch across a run in the seventh, but it wasn't enough to overcome Humboldt's strong performance.
Key Performances
- Alyssa Smokey (W, 1-0): 6.0 IP, 1 H, 0 R, 5 BB, 4 K
- Vanessa Saltos: 2-for-4, 2B, 2 RBI
- Bella Garcia: 2-for-4, 2 R, RBI
- Hailee Moore: 2-for-4, RBI, SB
- Alyssa Ramirez: 1-for-3, RBI
- Julia Rivera: 2-for-3, 2B
Smokey held the Bulldogs to just one hit over her six innings of work, and Rayna Ponce closed out the game with a scoreless seventh inning, allowing just an unearned run.
Historic Start / Up Next
The victory capped off a perfect start to the season for the Lumberjacks, who earlier in the day secured a win in their season opener. This marks the first time since 2019 that Cal Poly Humboldt has won both of its opening day games, setting the stage for a strong season ahead.
Humboldt will continue play in Hawai'i with a doubleheader matchup against Hawai'i Pacific University on Thursday, Feb. 6. First pitch is scheduled for 3:00 PM (1:00 PM HT).
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