As the players entered the press conference room, their shoulders slumped and eyes fixed on the ground. When the first question came, it wasn’t just words that filled the air, but a sting of a season that had slipped away. The team, once eager to respond with energy and pride, now sat in silence, while […]
Author Archives: Joslen Jimenez
Joslen is a second-year journalism major whose love for sports inspired her to pursue journalism. She got involved with MMG to gain the interactive experience of talking to players and sharing their stories. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her friends and family.
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Cal Poly Women’s Basketball wins first playoff game under Head Coach Shanele Stires
Henderson, Nev. – As the team’s starting lineup reel played on the big screen and the starters were announced, freshman Gabby Robinson’s name echoed through the arena. Redshirt sophomore Sierra Lichtie, momentarily confused by the mix-up, stood waiting for her name to be called as a starter, but it never came. Once the game started, […]
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Cal Poly Women’s Basketball looks to make noise as No. 8 seed in Big West Championships
After a win against Cal State Fullerton on Thursday night, Cal Poly women’s basketball clinched its spot in the Big West Tournament in Henderson, Nev., as the No. 8 seed. The Mustangs (13-17, 8-12 Big West) battled through a season filled with ups and downs, finishing conference play with just enough wins to secure the […]
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How Cal Poly’s international players are finding their footing in Division I basketball
When freshman Ana Moleon Hidalgo first got on a call with Cal Poly’s recruiting staff, she was listening for good news and translating in real time for her parents. As the coaches laid out their vision for her, she paused between sentences, relaying everything in Spanish so her parents could follow along. Still not fully […]
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Mary Carter sets career high in Cal Poly’s win over Cal State Bakersfield
Cal Poly women’s basketball is on track to make the Big West postseason after a much-needed 57-51 win against Cal State Bakersfield on Saturday. With only two weeks of play remaining until the Big West playoff tournament, Cal Poly is holding on to the No. 8 seed and final postseason spot. The Mustangs are two […]
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Softball handed shutout loss by the University of Pittsburgh
Cal Poly Softball is in Long Beach for the three-day Louisville Slugger Invitational. On Friday, Feb. 28, the Mustangs struggled in a 4-0 loss to the University of Pittsburgh. The Mustangs drop to 3-13 for the 2025 season, with Pitt’s (9-10) dominance highlighting many continuing issues for Cal Poly. The game remained scoreless until the […]
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Six-run fifth inning propels Cal Poly Softball past Sacramento State
With Cal Poly trailing and momentum slipping away, junior outfielder Kiara Blanchard stepped into the batter’s box in the bottom of the fifth, eyes locked on the pitcher. The count sat at 1-1 when she saw the pitch she wanted. Blanchard didn’t miss. She drove the ball sharply up the middle, splitting the infield and […]
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Turnovers overshadow strong shooting as Women’s Basketball falls to UC Riverside
Cal Poly Women’s Basketball jumped out to a strong start with 20 points in the first quarter against UC Riverside but ultimately came out with a 74-63 loss against the Highlanders on Saturday. The Mustangs (11-15, 6-10 Big West) switched up their starting rotation to open the game, looking to spark momentum early. The changes […]
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Preview: Women’s Basketball look to sweep UC San Diego in late-season matchup
Cal Poly Women’s basketball face UC San Diego, who they defeated in a close game earlier this season, tonight at 7 p.m. Currently ranked No. 8 and in final postseason spot in the Big West, the Mustangs (11-13, 6-8 Big West) need crucial wins in their last six regular season games to jump up the […]
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Preview: Women’s basketball aims to bounce back against Cal State Fullerton
Cal Poly Women’s Basketball takes on Cal State Fullerton for Black History Night at Mott Athletic Center tonight at 6 p.m., one of two home games this week. The Mustangs (10-12, 5-7 Big West) most recently fell short of a win to No. 1 Hawai’i last Thursday. Cal Poly looking to get back on track […]
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Softball looks to find identity after day two losses in Mustang Classic
Cal Poly fell short in both Saturday Mustang Classic games, losing 13-1 to Ball State and 15-6 against Oregon State. Looking to bounce back after two low-scoring losses on Friday, Cal Poly’s improved offense was not enough to secure the program’s first win of the season. The Mustangs made solid contact at the plate on […]