Hawai'i Pacific University baseball swept a doubleheader against Chaminade, winning game one 6-2 and game two 15-3. In the first game, the Sharks secured their victory with a strong offensive effort and solid pitching, highlighted by a complete-game performance from Nick Blakeney. Game two saw HPU dominate early, scoring seven runs in the first inning and building a commanding lead. Key performances came from Kan Taguchi, who had three hits and multiple RBIs, and Ziah Chang, who contributed a three-run double. The sweep improved Hawai'i Pacific's record to 17-15 for the season.

By the Numbers
  • HPU scored a total of 21 runs over the doubleheader (6-2, 15-3).
  • Kan Taguchi had three hits and contributed at least three RBIs across both games.
State of Play
  • Hawai'i Pacific's pitching staff showed depth with multiple pitchers limiting Chaminade's scoring opportunities.
  • The offense has shown significant improvement, particularly in run production during the doubleheader.
What's Next

Hawai'i Pacific will look to maintain momentum and build on their current performance in upcoming games, focusing on strengthening their pitching and offensive consistency as they continue their season.

Bottom Line

The doubleheader sweep signals Hawai'i Pacific's potential as a strong competitor, with an effective offense and reliable pitching suggesting a promising trajectory for the remainder of the season.