California run-rules San Diego 11-1 in Berkeley as early power surge backs de la Torre’s start

Game outcome and context

California defeated the University of San Diego 11-1 on Friday, March 6, 2026, at Stu Gordon Stadium in Berkeley, a result that ended early under a run-rule format. The Golden Bears improved to 10-4, while the Toreros fell to 7-4.

The game was part of a three-day, four-game series between the programs in Berkeley. California’s win combined multi-hit production throughout the lineup with a start that limited San Diego’s offense after the Toreros scored in the second inning.

How the scoring unfolded

San Diego took its only run of the game in the second inning. California responded quickly, tying the game later in the second on an RBI double and taking the lead for good in the third. The Golden Bears then created separation with multiple-run innings, adding four runs in the fourth and continuing to extend the margin in the middle innings.

• California recorded 15 hits and scored 11 runs.
• San Diego finished with five hits and one run.
• Both teams drew three walks.

California’s lineup: extra-base hits and home runs

California’s offense featured consistent traffic on the bases and damage via extra-base hits. Jacob French went 4-for-5 with two RBIs and two runs scored. Hideki Prather finished 3-for-5 with three runs scored and a home run, his fourth of the season. Cade Campbell and Jett Kenady also homered, and Daniel Murillo drove in two runs.

San Diego’s extra-base production was led by Jayden Lobliner, who had both a double and a triple. Aden Howard drove in San Diego’s lone run.

Key hit total: California 15, San Diego 5.

Pitching: strikeouts and run prevention

California right-hander Oliver de la Torre worked six innings, allowing one earned run while striking out nine and issuing one walk. Quinn Larson followed with two scoreless innings, striking out three while walking two. In total, California pitchers struck out 12 San Diego batters.

The combination of early offense and strike-throwing allowed California to control the game’s pace after the second inning, limiting San Diego’s ability to mount extended rallies.

What “run-rule” means in college baseball

In NCAA baseball, games can be ended early by agreement or by conference rule when one team leads by at least 10 runs after seven innings in a nine-inning contest. Friday’s 11-1 final met that margin, resulting in a shortened game rather than a full nine innings.