Oklahoma Baptist's baseball team clinched a hard-fought 14-13 victory over Ouachita with a game-ending double play at Bobby Cox Field, maintaining their position in the Great American Conference standings at 25-16 and 14-13. Key leaders like Troy Shields, Isiah Lissade, and Will Joseph shined in the game, contributing significantly to the Bison's win.

By the Numbers
  • OBU improved to 25-16 and 14-13 in the Great American Conference.
  • Troy Shields went 3-for-4 with three RBI, Isiah Lissade notched three hits, drove in two, and scored four runs, and Will Joseph posted a 2-for-4 performance with three RBI.
Yes, But

Ouachita showcased strong offensive performance, hitting 12 homers and 10 doubles during the three-game series, placing pressure on Bison pitching.

State of Play
  • The Bison are in eighth place in the Great American Conference with two conference weekends remaining.
  • Next weekend, the Bison will play against Henderson State.
What's Next

Oklahoma Baptist will face East Central on April 16 at 6 p.m. at Bobby Cox Field.

Bottom Line

The Bison secured a crucial win with a strong offensive performance and key defensive plays, positioning themselves well in the conference standings for the upcoming games.