The No. 21 NC State baseball team secured a 10-2 victory over Ball State, propelled by strong pitching from Sam Highfill and a grand slam from Alec Makarewicz.

By the Numbers
  • NC State's record: 23-16
  • Makarewicz's team-high 17th home run of the season
Yes, But

Ball State managed to score two runs during the game, despite NC State's dominant performance.

State of Play
  • NC State scored in each of the first four innings, building an early 8-1 lead
  • Highfill pitched six strong innings with six strikeouts
  • NC State's impressive offense drew 11 walks in the game
What's Next

NC State will continue their series against Ball State on Saturday at 3 p.m., streaming live on ACC Network Extra.

Bottom Line

The No. 21 Wolfpack showcased a formidable performance, led by Highfill's pitching and Makarewicz's grand slam, setting the stage for a promising continuation of the series against Ball State.