COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (March 13, 2026) (Interstat) — The Air Force Falcons erupted for 16 runs on 12 hits to rout the UNLV Runnin’ Rebels 16-5 in a Mountain West conference opener Friday at Falcon Baseball Field.

UNLV built a 5-1 lead early, but Air Force responded with five runs in the third inning to take command. The Falcons then broke the game open with an eight-run sixth, highlighted by a three-run homer from Landon Boyd.

Air Force designated hitter Tripp Garrish led the offensive onslaught, going a perfect 4-for-4 with a home run and four RBIs. Luke Elmore added three hits and three RBIs. UNLV’s Jonny Rodriguez had two hits and two RBIs in the loss.

The victory improved Air Force to 4-11 overall, while UNLV fell to 13-6. The teams continue their series Saturday.