The Oregon State Beavers faced a challenging series against the UC Irvine Anteaters, with both teams showcasing their strengths. After a rough start, where the Beavers suffered a significant 12-0 loss in the opener, they bounced back with a strong 4-2 victory in Game 2, led by a stellar performance from AJ Hutcheson. With this win, Oregon State evened the series before clinching it with another 7-4 victory in the finale. The Beavers, ranked No. 11, successfully navigated through the series, displaying resilience and tactical play to come out on top against the No. 12 Anteaters.