Johnson's 2 Home Runs Lead Saint Mary's to Stunning Upset Over No. 1 UCLA
Jacob Johnson hit two home runs, including a go-ahead solo shot in the top of the ninth inning, to power Saint Mary's to a stunning 3-2 upset over top-seeded UCLA in the opening game of the Los Angeles Regional on Friday at Jackie Robinson Stadium. Saint Mary's delivered a remarkable performance against the tournament's top seed, defying expectations from the very first pitch.
Johnson's clutch ninth-inning home run proved to be the decisive moment that sealed the victory for the underdogs. UCLA, despite playing on home turf, could not contain Saint Mary's aggressive offensive display.
The result stands as one of the biggest opening-day upsets in recent regional tournament history.
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