UC Irvine Pitcher Makes Explosive Start

UC Irvine's Scott Gorgen joined the Team USA last month after several pitchers left to pursue professional careers.  The pitching ace, who also lead his team to an unprecedented fourth place finish at this year's College World Series, started in his first Team USA match-up against Russia last night.

Although Russia is not known for being a tough team, the 6-0 victory was an accomplishment nonetheless.  Gorgen looked comfortable and focused on the mound and struck out eight Russian players.

Up next for Team USA is the World Port Tournament in the Netherlands.  USA will take on Chinese Taipei, Cuba, Japan and the Netherlands in two games apiece.  The two teams with the most wins will advance to a one game championship match.