Spokane, Wash. (March 25, 2026) – Washington State faced Gonzaga and lost 19-8.
Matt Priest stole the spotlight with two home runs and five RBIs. Alexandre Giguere also made an impact with an RBI double. The Cougars managed to tie the game at six runs, but Gonzaga pulled ahead with a four-run fourth inning and sealed the win with nine runs in the seventh.
In the crucial moments, Gonzaga scored four runs in the first inning. Washington State responded with Giguere’s double and a two-run home run from Priest in the third. In the fourth inning, Ryan Skjonsby and Giguere walked to kick things off. Then, Priest hit a massive three-run homer, tying the game at six.
However, Gonzaga quickly regained control, scoring four more runs to go up 10-6. Washington State narrowed the gap with two runs in the sixth, but Gonzaga’s explosive seventh inning sealed the Cougars’ fate.
Game Highlights:
- Ollie Obenour extended his on-base streak to six games with a walk.
- Dane Chavez pushed his on-base streak to 14 games with a hit.
- Gavin Roy notched a hit, extending both his hitting and on-base streaks to ten games.
Priest’s performance marked the second time this season a WSU player hit two home runs in a game, previously achieved by Giguere.
Looking ahead, Washington State will host Nevada for a three-game series starting this Friday.
In recent trends, teams are increasingly focused on offensive strategies, with many games seeing higher scores than in previous years. According to a recent report, average runs per game across college baseball have risen, reflecting a shift toward more aggressive play styles. This makes every game a potential showcase of high-energy action, capturing the excitement of fans.
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