Late Rally Falls Short for Hornet Baseball Against Ichabods as Emporia State loses to Washburn 9-7 despite a strong comeback attempt in the final innings.

By the Numbers
  • Seth Stover had a strong start with 3 scoreless innings for the Hornets.
  • Kadyn Williams hit his 11th home run of the season in the fourth inning to give Emporia State the lead momentarily.
  • Patryk Hernandez's grand slam in the eighth inning brought the Hornets closer, but they ultimately fell short.
  • Emporia State had a total of 14 hits in the game, with Andrew Rantz going 3-3 with an RBI and a walk.
Yes, But

Despite the late rally, Emporia State's pitching struggled to contain Washburn's offense, allowing 9 runs in the game.

State of Play
  • Emporia State's loss to Washburn puts them in a challenging position heading into the final series of the regular season against Newman.
  • The defeat against Washburn highlights the team's need to improve both defensively and offensively to secure victories in upcoming games.
What's Next

Emporia State will face Newman in their final series of the regular season, aiming to bounce back from the loss and end the season on a high note.

Bottom Line

Despite a late rally, Emporia State's baseball team fell short against Washburn, showcasing the importance of consistent performance in both pitching and hitting for overall success.