Santa Clara University baseball team ended their losing streak with a dominant 17-2 victory over LMU in the opening game of the West Coast Conference series. The Broncos scored 11 runs in the second inning alone, propelled by Waylon Walsh's first career home run and a total of 14 hits, including seven extra-base hits. Max Bayles pitched 6 1/3 innings, racking up 10 strikeouts while allowing only two earned runs. This game marked the Broncos' largest margin of victory this season and showcased their offensive and defensive strengths.

By the Numbers
  • Santa Clara scored 11 runs in the second inning, its highest in a single inning since February 17, 2018.
  • Max Bayles earned his fourth career game with 10+ strikeouts, matching his career high.
  • The Broncos recorded seven extra-base hits during the game, marking their most since February 2024.
What's Next

The next game of the series is set for 1 p.m. on Saturday, with ticket sales and live coverage available on SantaClaraBroncos.com. If the Broncos maintain their momentum, they could secure a series win against LMU, which has struggled this season.

Bottom Line

This victory not only snaps a five-game losing streak but also demonstrates Santa Clara's potential to dominate offensively, suggesting a potential turnaround in their season trajectory if they continue this level of performance in upcoming games.