CORAL GABLES — Miami struck early and often and stifled a late rally from Boston College to win Game One of the NCAA Baseball Super Regional 12-7.
The Hurricanes can advance to the College World Series with a win tomorrow in Game Two.
Johnny Ruiz went 3-5 with two home runs and five RBI to lead Miami offensively.
BC pitcher Justin Dunn threw into the sixth inning, surrendering five earned runs while striking out six.
Michael Mediavilla pitched well for Miami, striking out seven in 7.2 innings.
After expanding its lead to 12-3 in the bottom of the eighth inning, Miami allowed BC to score four runs and load the bases.
Bryan Garcia entered for Miami with the sacks juiced and struck out Donovan Casey to end the game.