The University of Lynchburg baseball team split its Old Dominion Athletic Conference opener with Bridgewater, losing 7-6 in the 10th inning of Game 1 and winning 12-4 in Game 2 with contributions from players like Benton Jones and Quinn Madden.

The Big Picture

The baseball team's performance in the ODAC opener highlighted both resilience and strength, showcasing their ability to bounce back and secure a victory after a challenging loss.

By the Numbers
  • Lynchburg lost 7-6 in the 10th inning of Game 1 of the double-header against Bridgewater.
  • The 12th-ranked Hornets secured a 12-4 win in Game 2, demonstrating their offensive prowess.
  • Quinn Madden and O'Kelly McWilliams IV both homered and had three hits each in the second game.
State of Play
  • Lynchburg baseball team split the ODAC opener with Bridgewater.
  • The team showed resilience by bouncing back with a convincing win in Game 2 after a tough extra-inning loss in Game 1.
What's Next

The Hornets (8-5, 1-1 ODAC) will face Greensboro on Tuesday, March 12 at 2 p.m. on the road, continuing their conference matchups.

Bottom Line

The University of Lynchburg baseball team faced a mixed outcome in their ODAC opener, displaying resilience and offensive strength in a split against Bridgewater, setting the stage for continued conference competition.