College Sports Established
1950
Location
Riverside, California
College Name
California Baptist University
Collegiate History
2019 - Present / NCAA Division I
Conference History
2018 - Present / Western Athletic Conference
Nickname
Lancers - The Cal Baptist Lancers are an NCAA Division I college sports team in Riverside, California. The school is a member of the Western Athletic Conference and competes in various sports, including basketball, baseball, softball, and more. While many may not know the origins of their nickname “Lancers,” it has quite a unique history.
1961 when Cal Baptist was founded as California Baptist College, they adopted the mascot known as "the lancer." This choice came from two sources: firstly, medieval knights used lances to joust against one another, which symbolized courage and strength; secondly that an old English said, “lance-er's doit,” which means ‘doers get things done’ – something that resonated with students at CBC who wanted to be active members of society rather than passive observers.
Over time this name stuck with them even after becoming part of NCAA Division I athletics in 2020 - though some slight changes have been made, such as replacing their original mascot design (a knight) with a more modern look (a person wearing blue & white). Regardless what remains unchanged is how proud all those associated with CBU feel about being called 'Lancers' - whether playing on the court or cheering from the sidelines!
NCAA Championships
Baseball 0
Men's Basketball 0
Women's Basketball 0
Football 0
Soccer 0
- 1991
- 2019
- 2021
- 2023
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James W. Totman Stadium
James W. Totman Stadium is a baseball venue in Riverside, California, United States. It is home to the California Baptist Lancers baseball team of the NCAA Division I Western Athletic Conference (WAC). The field’s namesake is James W. Totman, a former local contractor. The field opened in 1991 and was remodeled in 2007, the field was constructed with seating areas, ... -
Cal Baptist Lancers Joins WAC
The California Baptist Lancers baseball team represents California Baptist University, which is located in Riverside, California. The Lancers are an NCAA Division I college baseball program that competes in the Western Athletic Conference. They began competing in Division I in 2019 and joined the Western Athletic Conference the same season. -
Lancers women basketball team won the WAC regular season championship
In the 2020-21 season, the Lancers won the WAC regular season championship with a perfect 14-0 record. Despite being ineligible for the NCAA tournament due to being in the third year of a four-year transition from Division II to Division I, they were allowed by the WAC to compete in the conference tournament. They won the semifinal and final matchups ... -
The Lancers won the 2023 Women’s Basketball Invitational tournament
The 2023 Women’s Basketball Invitational (WBI) is a single-elimination tournament consisting of eight NCAA Division I teams not selected to participate in the 2023 NCAA Division I women’s basketball tournament or 2023 Women’s National Invitation Tournament. The 2023 field was announced on March 13. The 2023 edition of the tournament was played on the campus of Transylvania University in Lexington, ...
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History of the Lancers
The Cal Baptist Lancers have a long and storied history of NCAA sports excellence. From their first year in Division II play in the early 1980s to their current status as a member of the Western Athletic Conference, this California-based university has always been at the forefront of college athletics.
In its inaugural season, Cal Baptist's men’s basketball program made an immediate impact by winning both regular season and tournament championships. The team made four consecutive appearances in the Division II National Championship game from 1984-1987, ultimately claiming two national titles (1984 & 1986). Since then, they've earned numerous conference championships across multiple sports, including baseball (5), softball (3), and women's volleyball (2).
In addition to success on the field/court/mat, several coaches who started with CBU have found success elsewhere. Five former head coaches are leading programs at major universities, such as USC Trojans' Clay Helton and Arizona Wildcats' Sean Miller—both former CBU staff members! This speaks volumes about how much potential is within these walls for those looking for opportunities beyond just playing collegiate sports; it also shows how well-respected this university is when it comes to producing quality athletes and coaches alike.
Overall there’s no doubt that Cal Baptist Lancers are one of the best teams around when it comes to NCAA competition – regardless if you're talking about past successes or present-day accomplishments! Their commitment to providing student-athletes with top-notch facilities and talented coaching staff makes them formidable opponents each time they step onto any playing surface, making them a must-watch team for all true fans who appreciate great sportsmanship mixed with intense competition!
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