RIVERSIDE, Calif. - Fresno Pacific fell in Golden Coast Conference (GCC) play on Friday, as the Sunbirds couldn't keep up with #21 California Baptist 14-3.
 
FPU falls to 9-10 overall and 1-2 in the GCC, while CBU moves to 19-7 overall and 3-0 in league action.
 
The Sunbirds received two goals from Nia Apodaca in the setback. Julia Ponce added the final score. Courtney Hall made five saves in three quarters of action, while Kaylin Drum added five blocks in the final period.
 
FPU trailed 2-1 after the opening quarter before the Lancers took control of the game with a five-goal second period. The Sunbirds trailed 7-2 at the intermission and were held to one goal in the second half.
 
FPU was limited to a 1-for-7 clip in power plays, while CBU capitalized with four goals in six chances.
 
The Lancers received a hat trick from Hannah Evans and Samantha Banks apiece in the win. Meghan Rowland added 11 saves.
 
The Sunbirds now travel to San Diego on Saturday to face #20 San Diego State at 1 p.m. in GCC play.