The New Pioneer Pete goes 1-1 on his first day of work

Saturday night proved big in East Bay firsts, as the 2010-2011 Womens team notched their first win against the Golden Eagles of CSU Los Angeles, and the new Pioneer Pete made his debut replacing the 11-year-old Pioneer Pete mascot that cheered on teams in the past. They snapped a 12 game losing streak as freshman guard Sarah Finlay put up 16 points in the game. Marlene MacMillan continued to contribute, recording another double double with two 12 packs (points and rebounds).

The 7:30 game featured the Mens team of CSUEB and the 10-3 CSULA squad. In a see saw battle, the Golden Eagles edged out the Pios 67-63. The Pioneers had several leads in the game, though no lead grew more than 7 points. The Eagles stayed in striking distance, and took the lead with 2 minutes left, and never gave up that lead, although the Pioneers keep them against the ropes late in the game. With 10 seconds left, East Bay freshman guard George Toyama made a mid range jumper and was fouled in the process. He completed the 3 point play to bring the game to a 65-63 stand. With 6 seconds left, CSUEB was forced to foul, and when CSULA's Franklin Session made both of his free throws, the final outcome was decided.

The Mens team has been playing good basketball as of late, and it seems to be just a matter of time until they get their first CCAA win as their fellow Lady Pios had done so earlier that night. No fan was more upset than the new Pioneer Pete, who wanted to be a part of a clean sweep of his debut night, so he must settle for a split. Good news is though that both teams resume play in Thursday, Jan. 20th, on "Pack The Gym" night where CSUEB will be attempting to set a CCAA record for attendance of 1,000 fans, in which this dedicated group will receive free Chipotle burritos if this feat happens.

Cal State East Bay - Pioneers Battle Throughout in Setback Against No. 7 Toros

Cal State East Bay - Pioneers Battle Throughout in Setback Against No. 7 Toros

Cal State East Bay - Toros Edge Pioneers in Close Contest
Tonight both the men and women's basketball teams take on Cal. State LA . Both teams are coming off of tough loses against the Toros of Cal State Dominguez Hills. Marlene MacMillan had a monster of a game, recording 16 rebounds and 14 points in the 49-42 loss. The sophomore is averaging 9.2 boards and 7.3 points per contest for East Bay. On the men's side of things, the #7 ranked CSUDH team used their height to out stretch the Pios 70-52. The Toros brought 2 players listed at 6'9 and a 7'0 center which seemed to be at their advantage, out rebounding the Pioneers 35-17. CSUEB senior Will Freedman led the way with 16 points.

Tonight, things won't get easier in CCAA play CSULA's women's team is 6-7, and the men are 10-3, however both teams re coming off a short week, as they played at UCSD just 48 hours ago. The Golden Eagles' men's team is coming off a tough double overtime loss, so let's hope that they will show up tonight exhausted and tired. Tonight is also a monumental night for East Bay athletics, as the 11 year old veteran mascot Pioneer Pete gives way to his young replacement, the revamped Pioneer Pete as a new mascot will be revealed at the game tonight. Stop by Pioneer gymnasium to pick up a brand new limited edition Pete's Pit shirt for just $5. Action starts at 5:30!