With both teams fighting for their playoff lives, this weekend’s series against the Stanford Cardinal could prove to be one of the most challenging series yet for UCLA baseball, said junior closer David Berg. “They’re playing for their lives,” said coach John Savage. “So for both teams, this weekend could determine a lot and we […]
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Baseball steps up to offset team injuries, take on USC
UCLA baseball players want to keep the rivalry out of their heads in what could prove to be close games against USC. They want to treat this weekend like any other Pac-12 series. “We just have to come out, execute and be fired up,” said senior infielder Kevin Williams. “Not just because it’s this game […]
UCLA baseball fends off LMU offense, pitches shutout
In the Bruins’ third faceoff against the Loyola Marymount Lions this season, the key to their successful 3-0 shutout win was consistently sticking to their approach and not letting up throughout the night. “We just stuck with our plan the whole game,” said senior infielder Kevin Williams. “When it comes around, it comes around, and […]
UCLA baseball strives for win in third match against LMU
With a little over a month left of regular season play, UCLA baseball is set to face the Loyola Marymount Lions for the third time this season. Their first meeting against LMU ended in a 6-1 loss, in which the Bruins were unable to find their offensive footing, scoring only once in the seventh inning. […]
UCLA baseball offense shines in Utah series win
With two outs and one runner on base in the top of the ninth inning, pitcher Nick Kern felt more excitement than pressure as he threw on his gloves, walked up to the batter’s box and swung hard. The redshirt freshman homered to left field on his first collegiate plate appearance, scoring a two-run home […]
Cal State Fullerton poses titanic challenge for UCLA baseball
UCLA baseball has a rivalry with Cal State Fullerton dating back to its early years, one that stems from the tough competition the Titans bring to the field when playing against the Bruins. “We know Fullerton’s always a good game and they can compete against us,” said junior catcher Shane Zeile. “It’s somewhat of a […]
UCLA baseball drops two of three to Long Beach State
In a back-and-forth series, UCLA baseball fell to the Long Beach State Dirtbagson Saturdayand Sunday, once at the Jackie Robinson stadium and once at Blair Field in Long Beach, losing the series 2-1. “Our biggest issue was being committed to the process and doing our jobs as a hitters and runners,” said freshman designated hitter […]