Paso Robles came out on top against Lompoc on Tuesday thanks in part to the team's impressive five-run third inning. The Bearcats took their matchup against the Braves 10-6. The game was the first time the Bearcats have beaten the Braves on their field since April 20, 2019.
Marcus Garcia made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has become a key player for Paso Robles: the team is 3-1 when he allows at most one hit, but 1-3 otherwise. Garcia was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with three stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI. With that strong performance, he is now averaging an impressive 1.2 stolen bases per game.
Nate Contreras
| 03/10/26 @ Lompoc | 5 |
| 03/07/26 @ Clovis | 0 |
| 03/03/26 @ Arroyo Grande | 4 |
| 05/16/25 @ Mission College Prep | 2 |
| 05/08/25 @ Atascadero | 8 |
In other pitching news, Nate Contreras looked comfortable as he pitched four innings while giving up just two earned (and three unearned) runs off five hits. What's more, he posted five strikeouts, the most he's had since back in May of 2025.
Back at the plate, Ethan Rendon was excellent, going 2-for-4 with one home run and one double. That home run marked the first that he has launched this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Xander Hermanson, who went 2-for-4 with two RBI, one run, and one double.
Paso Robles kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least 11 hits in four consecutive games.
The win got Paso Robles back to even at 4-4. As for Lompoc, their defeat was their first of the season and makes their record 4-1.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Paso Robles will face off against Cabrillo at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Lompoc, they will challenge Atascadero at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The last three games the Greyhounds have played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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