The Western Oregon baseball team celebrates their seniors by sweeping Saint Martin's in a doubleheader, securing a spot in the GNAC Championships. In the first game, senior Arturo Alvarez pitches an impressive eight innings without giving up an earned run, supported by key contributions from fellow seniors like AJ Cortese and Zach Valdez. The Wolves dominate with an 8-1 victory. In the second game, they rally from behind to secure a 5-4 win, with senior Curran Mitzel hitting a crucial homer and Owen Bischoff delivering the game-winning double.

By the Numbers
  • Wolves record: 24-18 overall, 18-10 GNAC
  • Arturo Alvarez: 7th win of the season, 19th win in his WOU career
  • Bryce Bond: 4th save of the season, 9th save in his career
State of Play
  • Western Oregon secures a spot in the GNAC Championships in Billings, Montana from May 9-11
  • The Wolves are one game behind No. 23 Northwest Nazarene in the GNAC standings
  • Upcoming schedule: WOU plays Montana State Billings on May 2-3 to end the season
Bottom Line

The Western Oregon baseball team sweeps Saint Martin's, honoring their seniors with remarkable performances and securing a spot in the upcoming GNAC Championships. With standout displays from key senior players like Alvarez, Cortese, and Valdez, the Wolves demonstrate their dominance in both games. The upcoming schedule and close standings hint at an exciting finish to the season as they chase the top spot in the GNAC standings.