SDSU Baseball Shuts Out BYU Before Falling to Utah

Aztecs deliver dominant pitching and timely hitting in win over BYU, but struggle against Utah's offense

Feb. 23, 2026 at 1:07am

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San Diego State baseball team shut out BYU 3-0 on Friday night behind a strong start from pitcher Rohan Lettow and a big 4th inning double from outfielder Jake Jackson. However, the Aztecs were unable to carry that momentum into Saturday's game against Utah, falling 7-0 as the Utes' offense exploded for three home runs.

Why it matters

The Aztecs' performance against BYU showed their potential with a balanced effort of pitching, hitting, and defense. However, the loss to Utah highlighted areas the team needs to improve, especially on the offensive end, as they look to build an impressive resume for the rest of the season.

The details

Against BYU, the Aztecs broke through in the 4th inning when Jackson cleared the bases with a double to give SDSU a 3-0 lead. Lettow turned in another strong outing, recording 10 strikeouts. The Aztecs' defense also made key plays throughout the game. In the loss to Utah, the Utes' offense was too much as they hit three home runs, including a two-run blast from Cameron Gurney. Despite putting the ball in play, the Aztecs' offense could not get the hits to fall when it counted.

  • On Friday, February 21, 2026, SDSU shut out BYU 3-0.
  • On Saturday, February 22, 2026, SDSU lost to Utah 7-0.

The players

Rohan Lettow

A junior pitcher for SDSU who turned in another dominant start, recording 10 strikeouts.

Jake Jackson

A junior outfielder for SDSU who hit a bases-clearing double in the 4th inning to give the Aztecs a 3-0 lead over BYU.

Kevin Vance

The head coach of the SDSU baseball team.

Nevin Noonan

A former SDSU second baseman who hit a solo home run for Utah in their 7-0 win over the Aztecs.

Cameron Gurney

A Utah player who hit a two-run home run and a two-run double in their 7-0 win over SDSU.

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What they’re saying

“We started to dial in to what we were looking for. They started hanging sliders and we didn't miss them, so it was a good inning.”

— Jake Jackson, Junior Outfielder (The Daily Aztec)

“Just getting in the head, getting that 0-2, 1-2 or die trying, and then finishing them off with whatever they can't hit.”

— Rohan Lettow, Junior Pitcher (The Daily Aztec)

“Tough, gritty, pounding the zone. He got ahead of the guys and put them away pretty quickly. Didn't nibble. He trusted his stuff in and around the zone.”

— Kevin Vance, Head Coach (The Daily Aztec)

“The defense was amazing. I couldn't punch everyone out this time, and they were there to help me out.”

— Rohan Lettow, Junior Pitcher (The Daily Aztec)

“It means a lot to the pitchers knowing we have their backs. Taking pride in making plays for them, staying locked in and communicating fuels them to throw strikes.”

— Jake Jackson, Junior Outfielder (The Daily Aztec)

What’s next

The Aztecs will look to bounce back from the loss to Utah as they continue their tournament schedule.

The takeaway

SDSU's performance against BYU showed the team's potential with strong pitching, timely hitting, and solid defense. However, the loss to Utah highlighted areas the Aztecs need to improve, especially on offense, as they aim to build an impressive resume for the rest of the season.