Despite a strong effort, the Huskies fell short in the series opener against Northwestern State, losing 5-11 at Brown-Stroud Field after allowing seven runs in the first two innings.

By the Numbers
  • Trevor Roper led the Huskies by going 2-for-5 with a double, an RBI, and a run.
  • Samuel Benjamin contributed with a 1-for-3 performance, including a home run, two RBIs, and a walk.
  • Baylor Baumann gave up three earned runs on two hits with five walks during his 2.1 innings pitched.
  • Northwestern State's Bo Willis stood out, going 3-for-5 with a home run and six RBIs.
  • Chase Prestwich earned the win for the Demons, pitching 5.1 innings and allowing four earned runs on six hits.
State of Play
  • Huskies (15-26, 6-10 SLC) faced a tough loss in the series opener against Northwestern State (16-26, 7-9 SLC).
  • Northwestern State's strong batting performance secured them the win, with key players like Bo Willis and Balin Valentine making significant contributions.
  • The series will continue on Saturday with the second game scheduled at 2 p.m., with live stream available on ESPN+.
Bottom Line

The Huskies faced a challenging defeat in the series opener against Northwestern State, highlighting the need for improved pitching and defensive strategies in upcoming games to secure victories.