Dad said there’d be days like this. It’s a huge sports Saturday, so join me as we dive in, and feel free to leave your comments.

Long Beach State swiped six bags and walked 10 times, taking a 16-3 victory Friday night over UC Davis in the first game of a three-game series. TJ Mittelstaedt was 3-for-4 with three runs scored, a home run and four RBI.

The Rams’ win almost guarantees them a league title, as one win in the next three games will clinch it.

Duffy threw six no-hit innings as the Lancers got by the Tarbabes.

Here’s your full standings box, with runs for and against.

Vanessa Samudio, last week named the South Coast Conference Player of the Year, has been named the State’s Co-Most Valuable Player.

Senior Mariko Strickland is up for another award, this time she is one of 10 finalists.

Wilson wins their sixth straight league crown, as the Bruin seniors complete a perfect high-school career.

The Jackrabbit will head east to become a Dukie in the Fall.

Here are some shots taken by Stephen Dachman at the Bruins/Panthers game.