The UIS baseball team split a doubleheader with the Drury Panthers, winning the first game 6-3 and losing the second 8-7.

By the Numbers
  • Kyle Tyler struck out 10 batters in 6.1 innings for UIS in the first game.
  • In the second game, TJ Yakimisky hit a grand slam to contribute four runs.
  • Jack Winterbauer took the loss for UIS in the second game, falling to 2-1 on the season.
  • Ivan Dahlberg went 1-for-2 with two walks, two RBIs, and two runs scored in the first game.
  • Mark Kattula, TJ Yakimisky, and Mack Clark each had two hits in the second game.
Yes, But

The Panthers mounted a comeback in the seventh inning of the first game, scoring two runs off Kyle Tyler.

State of Play
  • UIS and Drury are tied 1-1 in their series, with the third game set for Sunday.
  • Both teams showed strong offensive performances, with key players stepping up in crucial moments.
What's Next

The series between Prairie Stars and Panthers will conclude with a nine-inning game on Sunday at noon.

Bottom Line

The Prairie Stars and Panthers traded wins in a closely contested doubleheader, setting the stage for an exciting series finale on Sunday.