Capistrano Valley blew University out of the water the last time the pair played, but on Monday University got their revenge. The Capistrano Valley Cougars fell just short of the University Trojans by a score of 2-0. The matchup marked the first time this season in which the Cougars were not able to get on the board.
Capistrano Valley had to settle for second despite strong performances on the mound from Max Talasez and Spencer Korzep Talasez pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits, while Korzep tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Korzep has been consistent : he hasn't given up more than two hits any time he's pitched this season.
At the plate, Capistrano Valley saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Gavin Collins, who went 1-for-2 with one stolen base.

Cougars
| 03/17/25 @ University | 0-2 |
| 03/04/25 vs Millikan | 7-2 |
| 03/03/25 @ West Covina | 9-3 |
| 02/28/25 vs Edison | 9-3 |
| 02/27/25 vs Northwood | 3-2 |
With the defeat, Capistrano Valley broke their four-game winning streak and moved their record to 6-4. The wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 7.0 runs over those games. As for University, they now have a winning record of 4-3.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Capistrano Valley will head out to challenge Villa Park at 3:00 p.m. on Friday. As for University, they will venture away from home to take on St. Margaret's at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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