Solano Explodes for 18 Runs in Home Win Over Yuba

March 3, 2026

On March 3, 2026, the Solano College baseball team delivered an offensive showcase, defeating Yuba College 18–8 in a high-scoring nine-inning battle at home.

Fifth Inning Breaks It Open

After trailing 3–1 early, Solano used a massive five-run fifth inning to seize control of the game. The Falcons followed that with four runs in the sixth and exploded for five more in the eighth to put the game out of reach.

Solano finished with:

18 runs
18 hits
8 walks
16 RBI

Offensive Leaders

Michael Rivera was unstoppable at the plate, going 4-for-5 with 4 RBI, consistently driving in runs during Solano’s big innings.

Other key contributors included:

Mason Sayre: 1 hit, 2 RBI, 2 walks
Teo Copp: 3-for-6, RBI
Isaiah Pazmino: 3 runs scored, RBI, 2 walks, stolen base
Aaron Strong: 1-for-2, 2 RBI, sac fly
James Burgess: 1-for-1, 2 RBI
Chase Lewis: 4 runs scored, RBI, stolen base

Solano showed tremendous depth, with production throughout the lineup and multiple players driving in runs. The Falcons also capitalized on free passes and hit-by-pitches, constantly pressuring Yuba’s pitching staff.

On the Mound

Jared Orabuena got the start, tossing 4 innings with 7 strikeouts.
Amari Bryant (1-0) earned the win, pitching 3 innings with 3 strikeouts.
Grant Genter and Gabriel Navarrette closed the door, combining for two innings while allowing just one run.

Solano pitchers struck out 13 total batters, limiting Yuba’s ability to build sustained rallies despite their 11 hits.

By the Numbers

Solano scored in six different innings
10 different players recorded a hit
8 Falcons drew walks
Solano tallied 5 extra runs in the final two innings

Despite committing four errors defensively, the Falcons’ explosive offense more than compensated, overwhelming Yuba in every phase of the game.

Solano continues to build momentum as the offense finds its rhythm early in the season. The Falcons will travel to Mendocino Thursday 3/5.