Azusa Pacific University's baseball team started the PacWest Tournament with a 6-5 victory over Point Loma, backed by Isaac Mendez's impressive pitching performance and a strong offensive showing with 14 hits. Mendez pitched eight innings, striking out seven and allowing only one walk, while Cade Marshman led the offensive charge with three hits. The Cougars secured the win with Lee's solo home run and key hits from various players, ultimately clinching a close victory.

By the Numbers
  • Isaac Mendez pitched 8 innings, threw 117 pitches, struck out 7, and walked 1.
  • Cade Marshman, PacWest Defender of the Year, had 3 hits in the game.
  • Azusa Pacific had a total of 14 hits offensively during the game.
Yes, But

The Cougars faced a tough challenge in the fourth inning when Point Loma tied the game with a three-run homer, showcasing vulnerabilities in Azusa Pacific's defense that they managed to overcome to secure the victory.

State of Play
  • Azusa Pacific University won their opening game of the PacWest Tournament, advancing to face the winner of Concordia and Hawai'i Pacific in the next round.
  • A potential win in the next game would secure the Cougars a spot in the championship round while a loss would relegate them to an elimination game.
What's Next

The Cougars are set to face the winner of Concordia and Hawai'i Pacific tomorrow at 3 p.m., with the possibility of securing a spot in the championship round on Friday with a victory.

Bottom Line

Azusa Pacific University's baseball team clinched a crucial win in the PacWest Tournament, showcasing a balanced performance on both offense and defense, setting the stage for upcoming challenging matchups with the potential to secure a spot in the championship round.