UNLV baseball team secured a 2-1 victory over San Jose State in a defensive battle, with Kade Higgins' home run proving pivotal for the Rebels.

By the Numbers
  • Cates recorded 10 strikeouts, marking his sixth double-digit strikeout game of the year.
  • Higgins hit his 11th career home run, with 4 in the 2024 season.
  • Kryszczuk's double in the fourth inning was his 17th of the year.
State of Play
  • Austin Cates pitched 7 innings with 10 strikeouts, leading UNLV's strong defensive performance.
  • UNLV extends its streak to 195 consecutive games scoring at least one run since the 2021 season.
What's Next

UNLV will play the second game of the series against San Jose State on Saturday at 2 p.m. PT, aiming to secure a spot in the Mountain West Tournament.

Bottom Line

UNLV's strong pitching performance and timely hitting led to a crucial victory over San Jose State, maintaining their streak of consistent scoring and positioning themselves for a tournament berth.