The Pacific baseball team faced tough competition against Saint Mary's, losing the first two games of their series, 11-4 and 6-4. Despite taking early leads, the Tigers couldn't maintain their advantage, highlighted by Levi Sotomayor's first career home run in the opener. The second game also saw short success for Pacific, with a two-run rally undone by six unanswered runs from the Gaels. Both matches showcased strong performances from individual players, yet the team's inability to close out games was evident.

By the Numbers
  • Sotomayor recorded his first career home run.
  • Brendan O'Sullivan drove in a season-high three RBIs in the second game.
  • Zach Todd struck out five batters, increasing his season total to 45.
State of Play
  • The Tigers are now 10-18 overall and 2-5 in the West Coast Conference.
  • Saint Mary's improved to 15-13, sharing a similar conference record of 3-4.
  • The teams are scheduled to meet for a decisive game three of the series.
What's Next

The Tigers will look to bounce back in the final game against Saint Mary's, aiming to regain momentum with a scheduled first pitch at 1 p.m. tomorrow. A victory would not only improve their standing but could also revitalize team morale for future matches.

Bottom Line

Pacific must learn to hold on to leads to transform potential victories into wins, as demonstrated in these first two games. Continued individual growth, especially from players like Sotomayor and O'Sullivan, shows promise, but consistent team performance is crucial for overcoming future challenges.