CLAREMONT -- The OC Pirates got their season underway Saturday afternoon. The Pirates played Southern Nevada to a 1-1 draw in a non-conference matchup.

Michael Easter (Hawaii Pacific) knocked in the only run of the day in the second inning. Michael Mira (Concordia) finished 2-for-2.

The pitching staff had a great day only allowing one run. Sebastian Diaz (Cypress College) excelled, tossing three innings, striking out five and not allowing any hits. Julian Eskridge (Chico State) and Aidan Ross each hurled two innings and struck out three.

The Pirates play another non-conference game on Sunday at 12 pm against the Colton Knighthawks.