CARSON- The California State Dominguez Hills Toros fall in series opener against the San Francisco State Gators, 15-7.
 
The Toros' rally began in the second inning, with Grant Decatrel lifting a sacrifice fly to center field to bring Emilio Barrera home. CJ Masciel followed with a crucial groundout that not only scored Trey Winget but also put the Toros ahead, showing their ability to capitalize on opportunities.
 
The game continued with high intensity as Jeffrey Ray and Alex Sepulveda delivered key hits in the fourth inning to narrow the gap further. Ray's sharp single and Sepulveda's two-run double down the right-field line injected a burst of momentum into the Toros' lineup, pulling them closer to a comeback.
 
Highlighting the Toros' offensive capabilities, Trey Winget blasted a two-run homer in the fifth inning, underscoring the team's power at the plate and bringing the score to a more competitive 14-7. This home run not only highlighted Winget's skill but also the fighting spirit of the Toros as they continued to challenge their opponents until the last pitch.
 
Despite a final score of 15-7 in favor of San Francisco State, the Toros displayed commendable tenacity and a promising offensive display, setting the stage for the rest of the series.
 
The Toros return to action tomorrow to face the Gators in a doubleheader, first game is at noon and the second will start 30 minutes after the conclusion of game 1.