Chula Vista, CA — April 1, 2026 vs. Green Valley Varsity Gators South Pasadena Varsity Tigers fell 8-6 to Green Valley Varsity Gators on Wednesday at Otay Ranch High School despite out-hitting them seven to six. Robinson led South Pasadena Varsity Tigers with four hits. South Pasadena Varsity Tigers fought back after falling down by eight runs in the fourth inning. The comeback fell just short though. South Pasadena Varsity Tigers closed the gap by scoring on a walk, a double, a double, and a single. Green Valley Varsity Gators got on the board in the bottom of the first inning after Kaye was struck by a pitch, Van Ness grounded into a fielder's choice, and Ortiz walked, each scoring one run. Green Valley Varsity Gators added to their early lead in the bottom of the second inning after South Pasadena Varsity Tigers committed an error, and Van Ness doubled to center field, each scoring one run. South Pasadena Varsity Tigers scored six runs on three hits in the top of the sixth inning. Raju drew a walk, scoring one run; Esquivel doubled, scoring three runs; Robinson doubled, scoring one run, and Malatesta singled, scoring one run. Agius stepped on the hill first for the South Pasadena Varsity Tigers. The starter surrendered five hits and seven runs (five earned) over three innings, striking out three and walking two. Christensen led things off on the bump for Green Valley Varsity Gators. The righty gave up four hits and two runs over five and one-third innings, striking out five and walking one. Esquivel led the South Pasadena Varsity Tigers with three runs batted in. The leadoff hitter went 2-for-3 on the day. Van Ness drove the middle of the lineup, leading Green Valley Varsity Gators with two runs batted in. The third baseman went 1-for-4 on the day. McNelis led Green Valley Varsity Gators with two hits in three at-bats. Lusch stole two bases. Green Valley Varsity Gators stole five bases in the game.