The UC San Diego Tritons secured two victories against Cal Poly, winning 5-1 and 10-8, demonstrating strong early offense coupled with solid defensive plays. In game one, the Tritons scored three runs in the first inning, led by Zara Wasserman's three-run home run. Game two saw them jump out to a 6-0 lead, eventually overcoming a late rally from Cal Poly. The Tritons improved to 16-22 overall and 6-11 in Big West play, marking their longest winning streak in conference games this season.

By the Numbers
  • UC San Diego scored a total of 15 runs over both games.
  • Zara Wasserman had 5 RBIs combined from both games.
  • In game two, the Tritons built a 9-0 lead before Cal Poly made a late comeback attempt.
State of Play
  • The Tritons have extended their winning streak to four games, their longest of the Big West season.
  • Both Zo毛 Rutherford and Callie Howard earned their fourth wins of the season as pitchers.
  • Marley Espiau and Haley Garcia have both scored in four consecutive games.
What's Next

UC San Diego aims to complete the series against Cal Poly on Sunday, April 12, at 10 a.m. They will look to maintain their winning momentum and improve their conference record further.

Bottom Line

The Tritons' recent performance emphasizes their ability to combine early scoring with late defensive strength, crucial for upcoming games as they aim for a stronger finish in the Big West Conference.