San Diego State faced its fourth consecutive loss, with Hawai'i dominating the series opener 16-5 at Les Murakami Stadium. The Aztecs initially took a 4-0 lead but were overwhelmed by Hawai'i's 13-run surge in the fifth and sixth innings, highlighted by multiple hits, hit batters, walks, and errors. Hawai'i's Dallas Duarte and Austin Machado played key roles in the offensive outburst. Pitcher Danny Veloz contributed significantly to Hawai'i's win with two scoreless innings and five strikeouts. Despite some late scoring efforts from San Diego State, Hawai'i sealed the victory convincingly.

By the Numbers
  • Scores: San Diego State 5 - Hawai'i 16
  • San Diego State's record: 6-14, Hawai'i's record: 13-7
  • San Diego State left 10 runners on base
  • Leading hitters: Montoya, Turner, and Sipe with two hits each
State of Play
  • Hawai'i dominated the game with a strong offensive performance
  • San Diego State struggled to contain Hawai'i's momentum in the fifth and sixth innings
  • Danny Veloz's pitching prowess proved crucial for Hawai'i
  • The teams will face off again on Saturday for the continuation of the series
What's Next

The series between San Diego State and Hawai'i will resume on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. PT/6:30 p.m. HT

Bottom Line

Hawai'i's dominant performance led to a decisive victory over San Diego State, showcasing the Rainbow Warriors' offensive power and solid pitching. San Diego State faces a challenging task to bounce back in the upcoming games against Hawai'i.