Mason Mitani, Crawford and Logan Brokaw combined to allow just a single run, five hits and three walks while striking out seven. Hawai'i didn't rely on anyone to pitch too many innings, which means some of the arms should be fresher as the tournament progresses.

Fairfield was also part of the tournament’s lone one-run game so far, edging Lamar LL of Texas, 1-0, in a classic pitcher’s duel. Fairfield ace Luca Pellegrini stole the spotlight, striking out 11 and allowing just one hit in a dominant performance.

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