Prep baseball playoffs: Santa Margarita hits eight home runs in 19-1 victory

May 15, 2026 - 01:28

Andre Owens had a night to remember, launching three home runs as Santa Margarita crushed Rancho Christian 19-1 in the Southern Section Division 2 baseball playoffs. The Eagles' offense was relentless, finishing with eight total home runs in a game that quickly got out of hand.

Owens led the barrage, but he had plenty of help. The team's power display started early and never let up, leaving Rancho Christian's pitchers with few answers. Every time the Eagles came to the plate, it seemed like another ball was leaving the yard.

The win moves Santa Margarita deeper into the postseason bracket. For a team that has shown flashes of dominance all year, this performance was a statement. Hitting eight home runs in a single playoff game is rare at any level, and doing it against a Division 2 opponent shows just how dangerous this lineup can be.

Rancho Christian struggled to keep pace. Their offense managed only a single run against Santa Margarita's pitching staff, which kept the game firmly under control. The lopsided score allowed the Eagles to empty their bench and give some reserves playoff experience.

Santa Margarita will now prepare for their next opponent, carrying the confidence that comes from a historic offensive outburst. If they can keep swinging the bats like this, they will be a tough out for anyone in the division.