‘Birds Battle at Bobcat Invite

MERCED, Calif. — Fresno Pacific men's water polo wrapped up their opening weekend at the Bobcat Invite with a scrimmage against Cuesta College, followed by a spirited contest against Santa Clara on Friday afternoon. The Sunbirds showed their determination with three power-play goals, though Santa Clara's eight-goal surge in the third quarter sealed the victory for them. Santa Clara took control early in the first quarter, establishing a 3-0 lead. Freshman Ryder Stermer was the first 'Bird to dent the twine, assisted by Joey Brocar , at the 1:33 mark. The Broncos responded with two more goals to end the...