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In an exciting doubleheader, the Cal State Dominguez Hills Toros split the series with San Francisco State.
Game 1 Recap:
The first game began with a challenging start for the Toros as San Francisco State launched a powerful offensive assault, marking the scoreboard early and often in the first innings.
The Gators' started off strong, leading to a 12-0 lead by the fourth inning. However, the Toros began to claw back with
Alex Sepulveda igniting the spark with a triple in the fourth inning, scoring on an outfield error.
Momentum continued in the fifth as
CJ Masciel's double drove in a run, followed by key hits that brought the score to 12-2. Despite a late rally in the ninth inning, where
Noah Karliner and Sepulveda contributed crucial RBIs, the Toros fell 17-5.
Game 2 Recap:
Determined to turn the day around, the Toros took control from the outset in the second game. An early offensive burst saw
CJ Masciel doubling for two RBIs in the second inning.
Anthony Accordino and
Andrew Buglino kept the momentum going with key hits to extend the lead to 5-0 by the third inning.
Alex Sepulveda's sacrifice fly and subsequent home run in the sixth inning were highlights, cementing the Toros' dominance with a grand slam that pushed the lead further.
The game concluded with a satisfying 10-5 victory, fueled by strategic plays and solid pitching that kept the Gators at bay.
In the second game of the doubleheader, the pitching efforts for Cal State Dominguez Hills were instrumental in securing the win.
Julian Diaz delivered a robust performance, pitching 5.2 innings and giving up five hits and no earned runs, which demonstrated his control and resilience on the mound. Diaz struck out five batters and only walked one, navigating through San Francisco State's lineup efficiently.
Joel Gaitan came in relief to close the game, contributing 1.1 solid innings where he allowed just one hit and kept the Gators scoreless, earning his first save of the season. Gaitan's ability to sustain the lead and shut down potential rallies was crucial in cementing the Toros' 10-5 victory in a game that showcased their ability to bounce back and close out a day with strong pitching and strategic play.
