The Hawaii Rainbow Warriors secured a 5-3 victory over Cal State Bakersfield at Hardt Field, evening the three-game series. Hekili Robello pitched effectively, allowing three runs over 6 2/3 innings. Brody Martin-Grudzielanek, who transitioned to closer recently, played a pivotal role by picking off a pinch runner and striking out three batters in the ninth inning. The Warriors opened the scoring with an RBI double from Kamaehu Sanchez and added two runs in the fifth, including a run from Tate Shimao after being hit by a pitch. They extended their lead with two more runs in the seventh, ensuring a solid win. The series finale is scheduled for 10 a.m. Hawaii time on Sunday.