SWOSU Baseball Dominates Southern Arkansas with Barrera’s Brilliance and Leonard’s Pitching Mastery
In a decisive victory, SWOSU Baseball defeated Southern Arkansas 16-9 in the series finale, propelled by an eight-run fifth inning, 18 hits, and strong relief pitching from Zane Leonard. This win secured the first series victory over SAU since 2019, positioning SWOSU at 22-19 overall and 13-14 in league play. Currently ninth in the GAC standings, the Dawgs are just one game away from the final playoff spot with crucial conference games remaining.
By the Numbers- 18 total hits and 16-9 final score
- Zane Leonard's impressive relief performance with six strikeouts, one walk, and three hits scattered
- Marco Barrera's standout 4-for-6 day at the plate
- SWOSU is now 22-19 overall and 13-14 in league play
- Currently ninth in the GAC standings, one game behind the final playoff spot
- Upcoming games include a midweek matchup against Newman and a weekend series against Arkansas-Monticello
SWOSU will face Newman in a road midweek matchup before taking on Arkansas-Monticello in continued GAC play next weekend.
Bottom LineSWOSU's dominant performance against Southern Arkansas, marked by a crucial series victory, puts them in contention for a playoff spot as the regular season progresses, showcasing the team's potential for a strong finish in the league.
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