UC San Diego baseball fell to UC Santa Barbara, 3-1, in their final game of the series on Sunday. After leading early thanks to a solo home run from Alex Leopard, the Tritons (15-16, 11-4 Big West) lost ground when the Gauchos (22-11, 10-5 Big West) scored two runs in the seventh and another in the eighth inning. Nic Gregson had a standout performance, pitching 7.0 innings with seven strikeouts and no earned runs, but the Tritons managed only four hits throughout the game.

By the Numbers
  • Nic Gregson pitched 7.0 innings, recording seven strikeouts.
  • Alex Leopard hit a 441-foot solo home run, his fourth of the season.
State of Play
  • UC San Diego has a 5-20 all-time record against UC Santa Barbara (4-17 in D-I).
  • The Tritons will face San Diego State on Tuesday and host Cal Poly next weekend.
What's Next

The Tritons are looking to bounce back in their upcoming game against San Diego State on Tuesday. Following that, they'll prepare to host Cal Poly for a weekend series, seeking to improve their standings in the Big West Conference.

Bottom Line

Despite a strong start in the game, UC San Diego's inability to maintain their lead highlights the need for consistent offensive support moving forward. Their upcoming matchups will be crucial for regaining momentum in the season.