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UCSB Softball Wins Series Against Hawaii
Gauchos take two of three games in weekend matchup.
Apr. 5, 2026 at 4:03am
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The UC Santa Barbara softball team split a double header against visiting Hawaii on Saturday, losing the first game 6-0 before rallying to win the second game 7-6. Freshman pitcher Sophia Clark recorded the final outs in both the sixth and seventh innings to secure the victory for the Gauchos, who have surged to the top of the Big West Conference under head coach Jo Evans.
Why it matters
UCSB's series win over Hawaii keeps them in the hunt for the Big West Conference title, as they are now tied for first place with Cal State Fullerton. The Gauchos' strong start to the season has them positioned well for a potential NCAA tournament berth.
The details
In the first game, Hawaii shut out UCSB 6-0. But the Gauchos bounced back in the second game, with a three-run homer by Bella Fuentes in the fourth inning and a go-ahead two-run shot by Ella Myers in the sixth to give UCSB a 7-6 victory. Freshman pitcher Sophia Clark came in to record the final outs in both the sixth and seventh innings to earn the save.
- The series was played on Saturday, April 4, 2026.
- UCSB and Hawaii split a double header, with the Gauchos losing the first game 6-0 and winning the second 7-6.
The players
Ella Myers
A UCSB player who hit a two-run homer in the bottom of the sixth inning to put the Gauchos ahead for good in the second game.
Sophia Clark
A UCSB freshman pitcher who recorded the final outs in both the sixth and seventh innings to earn the save in the second game.
Bella Fuentes
A UCSB player who hit a three-run homer in the bottom of the fourth inning of the second game.
Jo Evans
The head coach of the UCSB softball team, who has led the Gauchos to the top of the Big West Conference standings.
What’s next
The Gauchos will travel to Long Beach State next weekend to continue their Big West Conference schedule.
The takeaway
UCSB's series win over Hawaii keeps them in contention for the Big West title, as they look to secure an NCAA tournament berth with a strong finish to the regular season.
