The 2026 West Coast League All-Star Game unfolded under the evening lights of Victoria, Canada, where the South Division edged the North Division 5-4 in a tightly contested affair. The victory was sealed in the ninth inning when a clutch RBI double turned a tied game into a 5-4 win.
A Star Is Born in Victoria
Ethan Porter, the Oregon State sophomore, was the centerpiece of the action, delivering a performance that blended power with precision. He finished 3-for-5 at the plate, just a triple shy of the cycle, while driving in three runs and stealing a base. His ninth‑inning RBI double proved to be the decisive blow, capping a two‑run homer that had earlier put the South ahead.
Porter’s versatility shone as he started the night in right field before returning to his primary position at first base, a move that underscored his adaptability and the coaching staff’s confidence in his bat.
Looking Ahead for the Beavers
The win highlights the growing talent pipeline of the West Coast League and reinforces Oregon State’s presence across the collegiate summer circuit. It also celebrates the contributions of teammates such as Max Medina, Payton Knowles, Jeremiah Arnett, Carter Enoch, Easton Andrews, Sam Kane, Kyle Nobach and Stephen Hagen, each of whom added depth to a competitive roster.