Utah Tech failed to capitalize on an early lead, losing 8-2 to BYU at Miller Park during a Tuesday night game. The Trailblazers scored two runs in the first inning with just one hit, a double by Kyle McDaniel, followed by Hank Dodson's walk, and two hit batters. BYU answered with a run in the first and took the lead in the second, eventually widening the gap with runs in the fourth and sixth innings. Despite opportunities, Utah Tech struggled to score, leaving runners stranded and hitting into double plays.

By the Numbers
  • Utah Tech had 4 hits in the game.
  • The team left 9 runners on base and hit into 2 double plays.
  • BYU scored 7 of its 8 runs from 9 walks and 3 hit batters.
State of Play
  • Utah Tech's record stands at 9-27, while BYU's record is 19-14.
  • Utah Tech is set to resume Western Athletic Conference play with a series against Grand Canyon in Phoenix.
Bottom Line

Despite an early lead, Utah Tech suffered an 8-2 loss to BYU due to defensive struggles and missed scoring opportunities. The team's upcoming WAC series against Grand Canyon presents a chance for redemption and a fresh start.