Newport Harbor Sweeps Los Alamitos with Walk-Off Homer

Sailors rally in final inning to complete series victory over Griffins

Apr. 4, 2026 at 9:51am

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The Newport Harbor High School baseball team completed a two-game sweep of rival Los Alamitos on Friday, April 3, with a dramatic walk-off home run in the bottom of the seventh inning to win the second game of the series.

Why it matters

This rivalry matchup between two of Orange County's top high school baseball programs had major implications for playoff seeding and bragging rights in the region. Newport Harbor's comeback victory showcased the team's resilience and offensive firepower.

The details

Trailing 3-2 in the bottom of the seventh, Newport Harbor's cleanup hitter Liam Fitzgerald stepped up to the plate and launched a game-winning solo shot over the left field fence to give the Sailors a dramatic 4-3 victory. The win completed a two-game sweep after Newport Harbor also won the series opener on Thursday.

  • The series took place on April 3-4, 2026.
  • Newport Harbor won the first game on Thursday, April 3.
  • The walk-off home run occurred in the bottom of the seventh inning on Friday, April 4.

The players

Liam Fitzgerald

The cleanup hitter for the Newport Harbor High School baseball team who hit the game-winning home run in the bottom of the seventh inning.

Newport Harbor High School

A high school baseball program located in Newport Beach, California that competes in the Sunset League.

Los Alamitos High School

A high school baseball program located in Los Alamitos, California that is a rival of Newport Harbor High School.

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What they’re saying

“That was an unbelievable way to end the series. Our guys never gave up and kept battling until the very end.”

— Jared Karros, Head Coach, Newport Harbor High School

What’s next

Newport Harbor will look to carry the momentum from this series sweep into their next league matchup against Huntington Beach High School on April 10.

The takeaway

This thrilling rivalry series between two of Orange County's top baseball programs showcased the competitive spirit and offensive firepower of both teams, with Newport Harbor ultimately prevailing in dramatic fashion to complete the sweep.