Chirello and Sliver Propel Owls to Series-Opening Win Friday

LOUISVILLE, Ky. - Kennesaw State (23-17, 13-6 Atlantic Sun Conference) opened up its three-game set with a 7-2 victory over Bellarmine (6-35, 5-14 ASUN) Friday afternoon at Knights Field. Right fielder Jackson Chirello had three hits in the outing, his most since Feb. 23 in KSU's 18-1 win at No. Clemson. The sophomore posted three RBI and his first homer of the 2024 campaign against the Knights. He posted a double later in the game, improving KSU's record to 10-0 this season when an Owl has multiple extra-base hits in a single game. Righty Nolan Sliver (2-2) got the start...