Northwestern State's baseball team executed a pitching plan devised by head coach Chris Bertrand and pitching coach Dan Hlad, leading to a 5-2 victory over Houston Christian in their first Southland home series win of the season.

By the Numbers
  • Tyler Bryan retired 12 straight batters, with 42 of his 62 pitches thrown for strikes.
  • Balin Valentine had a 2-for-2 day, reaching base all four times and contributing 10 RBIs in the past three games.
Yes, But

The Huskies managed to score runs but were ultimately outplayed by Northwestern State's strong pitching and timely hitting.

State of Play
  • Northwestern State secured its first Southland home series win of the season.
  • The team displayed a strong pitching performance with no walks issued and a total of eight strikeouts.
  • The Demons are aiming for a sweep in the upcoming game against HCU, continuing their winning streak.
What's Next

Northwestern State will strive for a sweep in the next game, led by senior right-hander Dawson Flowers facing off against HCU right-hander Jackson Hamilton.

Bottom Line

Northwestern State's well-executed pitching plan and timely hitting led to a decisive victory, marking a significant milestone in their season with the team poised for a series sweep in the upcoming game.