James Madison baseball ties the highest-ranked win in program history, securing a 7-3 victory over No. 3 Arkansas with a four-run seventh inning at Baum-Walker Stadium. This win is the first ranked win for JMU since 2017 and the first top 10 win since 2007.

By the Numbers
  • The Dukes' victory tied the highest-ranked win in program history, matching the win against No. 3 Virginia in 2007.
  • JMU last defeated an SEC opponent in 2018, and this win marks their first opening weekend win since 2019.
  • JMU batted .364 with runners in scoring position and now has five wins against the SEC in program history.
State of Play
  • JMU improved to 1-2, while Arkansas dropped to 2-1.
  • The Dukes will play for the series split with the Razorbacks on Monday, Feb. 19 at Baum-Walker Stadium.
Bottom Line

The James Madison baseball team secures a historic victory by tying the highest-ranked win in program history, showcasing resilience and skill to secure a 7-3 win over No. 3 Arkansas. The team's impressive performance marks a significant achievement in their season and sets the stage for a pivotal matchup for the series split with the Razorbacks.