In a midweek game at Jackie Robinson Stadium, UCLA baseball hit four home runs, including two by freshman Roch Cholowsky, but still fell short in a 9-7 loss to No. 12 UC Irvine. The Bruins took the lead in the eighth inning with two homers, but UC Irvine's Chase Call's three-run homer in the ninth sealed the victory for the Anteaters.

By the Numbers
  • UCLA hit a season-high four home runs in the game.
  • UC Irvine recorded a total of 15 hits as a team.
  • Roch Cholowsky finished with a 2-3 record and three RBIs, the only Bruin with multiple hits.
  • UC Irvine's David Utagawa achieved the save with a 1-2-3 bottom of the ninth inning.
Yes, But

Despite UCLA's impressive offensive performance, UC Irvine's timely hitting, especially Chase Call's three-run homer in the ninth, was the deciding factor in the game.

State of Play
  • UCLA now faces a challenging stretch with 10 of their next 11 games scheduled away from home.
  • The Bruins will kick off this stretch with a three-game series against league rival Utah, starting this Friday at 5 p.m. PT.
What's Next

UCLA will need to regroup and focus on their upcoming games on the road, starting with the series against Utah, to improve their overall standing and performance in the league.

Bottom Line

UCLA's powerful hitting with four home runs showcased their offensive prowess, but ultimately, UC Irvine's clutch hitting, especially with Chase Call's decisive homer, led to the Bruins' 9-7 loss, highlighting the importance of consistent performance throughout the game.