In a closely contested game, the Dirtbags fell short in a ninth-inning rally against UC San Diego, losing 7-4. The Tritons took an early lead with a two-run homer from Gabe Camacho and expanded it with a two-run shot from Emiliano Gonzalez later in the game. Long Beach State managed to tie the game at one point but could not overcome the Tritons' solid offensive performance. Despite out-hitting UCSD, the Dirtbags couldn’t capitalize in crucial moments, leading to the defeat.

By the Numbers
  • Long Beach State recorded 12 hits while UC San Diego had 8.
  • Alex Ashworth drove in 3 RBI, and Alex Champagne scored 3 times for the Dirtbags.
State of Play
  • The Dirtbags are currently 7-14 overall and 1-6 in Big West play.
  • UC San Diego stands at 12-8, with a 3-4 Big West record as the series continues.
What's Next

The Dirtbags will look to bounce back in the second game of the series against UCSD on Saturday, aiming to improve their standing in conference play. Coverage begins at 2 p.m. on ESPN+

Bottom Line

The Dirtbags must enhance their performance in critical moments to convert opportunities into runs if they hope to turn around their season. Continued struggles could hinder their aspirations for a successful campaign in the Big West.