The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) baseball team lost 8-6 to Abilene Christian in the middle game of their series, with standout performances from CJ Valdez, Martin Vazquez, Adrian Torres, and Damian Rodriguez.

By the Numbers
  • UTRGV's record: 22-20 overall, 11-12 in the WAC
  • Abilene Christian's record: 28-19 overall, 15-8 in the WAC
Yes, But

The Wildcats dominated early with a 5-0 lead after the second inning, showcasing their strong offense.

State of Play
  • UTRGV fought back in the eighth inning, narrowing the gap to 7-4, but Abilene Christian extended their lead in the bottom half.
  • The game ended with a 8-6 victory for Abilene Christian over UTRGV.
What's Next

The series between Vaqueros and Wildcats concludes on Sunday at 1 p.m., with the game available for viewing on ESPN+ and WAC International.

Bottom Line

Despite a late surge from UTRGV, Abilene Christian secured an 8-6 win, setting the stage for the series finale.