California Baseball Falls Short in Close Contest Against San Francisco
Upcoming Game
California baseball team will face San Jose State on April 30, 2025, at 6:00 PM. Watch live on the Mountain West Network.
Game Recap
In a thrilling nonconference matchup at Stu Gordon Stadium, the California baseball team narrowly lost to San Francisco with a final score of 10-9. The game concluded with crucial runs scored in the eighth and ninth innings by San Francisco, sealing California’s fate.
Turning Points of the Game
- Ninth Inning Drama: Eddison Esquivel led off the ninth with a double, later scoring the winning run on a sacrifice fly.
- Bears’ Comeback: After trailing 8-3, California rallied with six successive runs to take a 9-8 lead.
- Prolific Scorers: Multiple players shone for California, including Max Handron, who hit a two-run homer, and Kalen Applefield, who contributed significantly to the scoring.
In-Depth Analysis
The University of San Francisco took an early lead with a two-run home run by Patrick Keighran. However, California responded swiftly, scoring three runs in the first inning.
The turning point seemed to arrive in the third inning when San Francisco rallied for six runs, effectively neutralizing California’s earlier efforts. Despite this setback, California displayed resilience, initially fighting back to take the lead in the sixth inning.
Player Highlights
- Max Handron: 2 hits, 4 RBIs, including a crucial home run.
- Kalen Applefield: 3 runs, 3 RBIs, impacted both offensively and defensively.
- Patrick Keighran: 5 RBIs for San Francisco, leading his team’s offensive push.
Looking Ahead
California’s next challenge will be on the road against San Jose State. The team aims to regain momentum and improve their standing in upcoming games.
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