In a thrilling 11-inning showdown at Hawkins Field, No. 17 Vanderbilt edged out Tennessee Tech 8-7, marking the first extra-inning game for the Vandy Boys this season.

By the Numbers
  • The game ended in the 11th inning with Vanderbilt winning 8-7.
  • Mack Whitcomb of Tennessee Tech went 4-for-5 with four RBI and two runs scored.
  • Tennessee Tech's Matt Gelorme pitched 4.2 innings, allowing just one unearned run and striking out five.
  • Juan Vargas of Tennessee Tech gave up a walk-off hit-by-pitch in the 11th inning.
State of Play
  • The game saw a back-and-forth battle with both teams leading at different points.
  • Vanderbilt showcased their strength in the seventh inning, scoring six runs to take the lead.
  • Tennessee Tech's Whitcomb's two-out heroics kept the Golden Eagles in the game until the 11th inning.
What's Next

Tennessee Tech will face Eastern Illinois in a crucial weekend series at Quillen Field and Bush Stadium.

Bottom Line

Vanderbilt's 8-7 victory in 11 innings against Tennessee Tech showcased an intense battle, with standout performances from players on both teams, setting the stage for a competitive weekend series ahead for Tennessee Tech.