SAN DIEGO ? The CSUB women's water polo team picked up its seventh Western Water Polo Association win, and 13^th overall with a 9-6 victory over Colorado State at the San Diego State Aztec Invitational Sunday. The Roadrunners later fell 13-7 to No. 6 nationally ranked San Diego State to close out the weekend's action.

Bakersfield (13-11 overall, 7-3 WWPA) went up 3-1 early against Colorado State before giving up two goals in the final minute of the first period. The momentary lapse did not last, however, as the 'Runners cracked down their defense, giving up just three goals in the final three periods.

“That was a good game,” said CSUB Head Coach Jason Gall. “Besides that one minute stretch we played good defense and were solid on offense. It was a good win over a conference opponent.”

Petra Koudelkova and Amanda Ortiz had four goals each while also each drawing four ejections. Becky Seelos added one goal, C.J. Longeuay had three assists and goalkeeper Veronica Campbell tallied 13 blocks in the win.

The 'Runners put up a fight against San Diego State, trailing just 5-4 at the half. The No. 6 Aztecs then pulled away in the third period, outscoring CSUB 4-0 to lead 9-4.

“We played great in the first half, but made some critical mistakes in the third quarter,” said Gall. “We regrouped in the fourth, but good teams take advantage of every little mistake you make.”

Ortiz led Bakersfield with three goals, Koudelkova added two, Katherine Gillett had one and Jessica Kelly had one. Seelos added a pair of assists in the match while Campbell recorded 10 blocks.

The 'Runners return home next week, hosting Wagner University on Tuesday and Marist University on Wednesday. Both matches are scheduled for 3 p.m. at the Hillman Aquatics Center.

CSUB goals: Petra Koudelkova 4, Amanda Ortiz 4, Becky Seelos
CSU goals: Ostling 2, Victoria 2, Chambers, McCullough

CSUB goals: Amanda Ortiz 3, Petra Koudelkova 2, Katherine Gillett, Jessica Kelley
SDSU goals: Schuster 3, Pace-Bowers 3, Brady 2, Pelke 2, Lester, Greenwood, Gautschi