Azusa Pacific Baseball's 2026 Schedule: A Season of Challenges and Opportunities
The Azusa Pacific baseball team has unveiled an exciting and demanding 2026 schedule, setting the stage for a season filled with local rivalries, conference matchups, and road trips. Here's a breakdown of the key dates and highlights:
Season Kickoff and Local Rivalry
The Cougars will begin their campaign on Friday, January 30, 2026, facing off against local rival Cal Poly Pomona in a split series. The season opener will take place in Pomona, followed by a doubleheader at the Cougar Baseball Complex in Azusa on January 31st.
Early Season Challenges and Conference Play
After the opening weekend, APU hosts Northwest Nazarene for a doubleheader on February 3rd. Then, it's off to Cal State Monterey Bay for a three-game road trip from February 5th to 7th. The team returns to Southern California for a four-game split series against Westmont, playing in Santa Barbara on the 13th and hosting the Warriors for a doubleheader on the 14th.
Hawaii Road Trip and Conference Heat
The PacWest Conference play intensifies with a four-game home series against Fresno Pacific from February 19th to 21st. Following this, the Cougars embark on their longest road trip of the year, heading to Hawaii for an eight-game stretch. They face Chaminade in Honolulu from February 28th to March 2nd, followed by a four-game series against Hawaii Pacific from March 5th to 7th.
Mid-Season Homestands and Rivalry Games
Upon returning, the team enjoys a significant homestand in mid-March. They host Hawaii Hilo for four games from March 14th to 16th and welcome Jessup for a four-game set from March 27th to 28th. A highlight of this period is a rivalry clash with Point Loma, featuring a doubleheader in San Diego on March 20th and a home twin bill in Azusa on March 21st.
Late-Season Competition and Road Trips
April brings intensified competition as the regular season winds down. The month starts with a split series against Biola and midweek action against Vanguard. A major highlight is a road trip to St. George, Utah, where the Cougars face Division I Utah Tech for a four-game series from April 10th to 12th.
The regular season concludes with a split series against Concordia Irvine and a final road trip to Atherton to face Menlo.
Postseason and Conference Tournament
The Cougars will aim to extend their season into May at the PacWest Conference Tournament. The postseason begins on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, in Santa Barbara, California. Fans can catch all home games at the Cougar Baseball Complex, with updates on game times and ticket information available at athletics.apu.edu.
This schedule promises an exciting and challenging season for Azusa Pacific baseball, offering fans a variety of matchups and road trips to look forward to.
