LA JOLLA, Calif. (Interstat) — Drew Smith launched a three-run homer in a five-run first inning and the Oregon Ducks never looked back, pounding the UC San Diego Tritons 12-4 on Wednesday at UCSD Triton Baseball Field.

Smith, the top star, finished with two hits and four RBIs to power an Oregon attack that amassed 13 hits. Brayden Jaksa added a two-run homer for the Ducks, who improved to 21-4.

Oregon starter Toby Twist earned the win despite allowing three earned runs over 4 1/3 innings. Four relievers combined for 4 2/3 scoreless frames. Nick Costello tripled in two runs for the Tritons, who fell to 9-13.