HUNTSVILLE – The Sam Houston Bearkats defeated Middle Tennessee 13-1 in run-rule fashion at Don Sanders Stadium, securing the weekend series. Lefty starter Michael Watson claimed his third consecutive win, moving to 4-1 for the year with an impressive performance, including a 10-minute weather delay. Freshman Ryan Peterson closed the game as the Kats scored five times in the eighth inning. Malachi Lott, Jeffrey David, and Caleb Cotton each had three hits, contributing to 15 total hits for Sam Houston.

By the Numbers
  • Michael Watson struck out nine and walked just one in 6.1 innings.
  • Sam Houston had 15 total hits, including five doubles.
Yes, But

Middle Tennessee struggled against Sam Houston's strong offense, unable to contain the Bearkats' hitting power.

State of Play
  • Sam Houston sits at 23-16, 6-8 CUSA, with a chance for their first Conference USA sweep in the upcoming game.
  • Michael Watson has been dominant recently, boasting a 3-0 record and impressive stats over the last three starts.
What's Next

The Kats will face Middle Tennessee in the final game of the series, aiming for a potential first sweep in Conference USA.

Bottom Line

Sam Houston's strong hitting led by Michael Watson's stellar pitching sets them up for a possible sweep in the upcoming game, showcasing their dominance in the series.