Cal Bears
2024 Season Results

Cal Bears — 2024 Season Review

The Cal Bears completed the 2024 season with a 6-7 overall record under head coach Justin Wilcox, navigating a mixed campaign as a member of the ACC. The program averaged 25.1 points per game while allowing 22.3 points per contest across 13 games.

The highlight reel included a 44-7 victory at home against Oregon State Beavers, a 31-10 victory at home against San Diego State Aztecs, and a 31-13 victory at home against UC Davis Aggies. These signature victories defined the trajectory of the Cal Bears's season and demonstrated the team's competitive resolve.

The 2024 season was not without its challenges, as the team endured a narrow 38-39 defeat to Miami Hurricanes and a narrow 23-24 defeat to NC State Wolfpack. However, the program's response to adversity demonstrated character and resilience throughout the campaign.

In ACC play, the Cal Bears compiled a 2-6 conference record across 8 league contests. Conference matchups tested the California program's depth and preparation week after week throughout the 2024 schedule.

The season concluded with a postseason appearance: Art of Sport LA Bowl: L 13-24. The bowl experience served as both a reward for the regular season and a launching point for the program's ambitions heading into the following year.

At home, the Cal Bears went 4-3, while posting a 2-3 record in road contests. The team's performances across different venues reflected the overall competitiveness of the 2024 roster from start to finish.

The offense found its stride as the season progressed, scoring 181 points in the second half of the schedule compared to 145 in the first half. Defensively, the unit allowed 22.3 points per game, a mark that played a significant role in determining the outcome of close contests throughout the 2024 campaign.

Looking at the full body of work, the Cal Bears posted a 6-7 record in 2024, which highlighted areas for growth. Across 13 games, the team battled with opponents with a scoring margin of +2.8 points per game. These results provided a blueprint for improvement moving forward.