UCLA Opens Season with 6-1 Victory Over Washington
On May 16, 2026, the UCLA Bruins traveled to Seattle to face the Washington Huskies at Husky Ballpark, opening the season with a commanding 6-1 victory.
The Bruins struck first, plating two runs in the opening inning thanks to a timely single by Aiden Aguayo and a run-scoring hit from Roch Cholowsky. Their early surge set the tone for the contest.
Roman’s four-hit performance included three RBIs, underscoring his pivotal role in the lineup, while sophomore right-hander Ian May delivered six solid innings, allowing just one run and securing the win on the mound.
Washington managed a solitary run in the second inning when Mic Paul crossed the plate, but UCLA answered with a solo tally in the fifth and added another in the eighth to stretch the lead.
The final score of 6-1 was reflected in the inning-by-inning breakdown, with UCLA’s scoring spread across the first, fifth and eighth frames, while Washington’s lone run came in the second.
Defensive highlights included a sacrifice fly by Kevin Spear for Washington and a double by Ty Cowan, but a fielding error by Cowan in the later innings allowed an extra run to score.
Pitching statistics showed May’s six innings of work, allowing just one run on five hits, while the Bruins’ bullpen closed out the game without further damage.
What It Means for the Bruins
The win improves UCLA’s early-season record and signals a potent offensive lineup that could contend for the conference title, whereas Washington will look to regroup after a tough opening.