Game Summary
The No. 1-ranked UCLA Bruins fell to Sacramento State 9-6 in Sunday's series finale at Jackie Robinson Stadium in Los Angeles. Despite UCLA's strong offensive performance led by Roch Cholowsky's two-home-run day, the Hornets' offensive explosions and UCLA's pitching struggles proved too much to overcome. The loss marked UCLA's fourth defeat of the season and ended their bid for a 10th straight series sweep.
Cholowsky's Strong Performance
UCLA shortstop Roch Cholowsky delivered two home runs and four RBIs, marking his fourth multi-homer game of the season. His first home run came in the fifth inning to make it a two-run game, and his second was a towering three-run shot in the seventh inning that brought UCLA within three runs at 9-6. Despite his individual excellence, it was not enough to secure a Bruins victory.
Sacramento State's Dominant Offense
Sacramento State scored five runs in the third inning, including a home run from Jakob Poturnak, establishing early control. The Hornets added three more runs in the seventh inning to extend their lead to six. The nine runs allowed marked a season-high for UCLA, and the Hornets took advantage of defensive miscues and bullpen issues to build their winning margin.
Pitching Struggles
Landon Stump took his first loss of the season after allowing five runs over 3.0 innings. He walked three batters in the third inning, matching the most walks he has given up in a game since his season opener on February 15. Relief pitchers also struggled, as Sacramento State capitalized on defensive errors and bullpen miscues in the sixth and seventh innings.
Historic Significance
Sacramento State earned their first-ever victory against a No. 1 ranked opponent in program history. This marked a significant achievement for the Hornets, who improve their record with the upset win over the previously dominant Bruins.
UCLA's Next Matchup
UCLA begins a four-game road trip on Tuesday, April 28, traveling to UC Santa Barbara. First pitch is set for 4:35 p.m. at Caesar Uyesaka Stadium, with live coverage available on ESPN+. UCLA is currently 0-1 against UC Santa Barbara this season after falling 4-0 on April 14. 
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