The Long Beach State softball team fell to San Diego State 7-1 in the Louisville Slugger Invitational, as a rocky first inning and a lackluster offensive performance plagued the Beach at the LBSU Softball Complex.

The Big Picture

The game highlighted pitching struggles for Long Beach State, with starting pitcher Mo Quinlan facing issues in the circle and at the plate, ultimately leading to a challenging night for the team.

By the Numbers
  • Long Beach State lost to San Diego State 7-1.
  • The Beach recorded a .125 team batting average with only three hits in the game.
State of Play
  • Beach starting pitcher Mo Quinlan struggled in the first inning, giving up 4 runs.
  • Pitcher Kate Barnett came in relief and pitched 6 strong innings, but Long Beach State fell short.
  • Long Beach State's offense faltered, only managing three hits throughout the game.
What's Next

Long Beach State will face a doubleheader Saturday against Princeton and Grand Canyon as they look to bounce back from the loss and improve their performance on the field.

Bottom Line

The Long Beach State softball team's struggles, particularly in pitching and batting, led to a significant loss against San Diego State, emphasizing the need for a quick turnaround and better performance in their upcoming games.