Slippery Rock University baseball team completed a series sweep against Pitt-Johnstown, winning both games on Saturday. The Rock secured a 6-4 win in the first game and followed up with a 3-2 victory in the second. With this sweep, Slippery Rock improved to a 12-6 overall record and a perfect 4-0 in the PSAC Western Division. Meanwhile, Pitt-Johnstown fell to 7-13 and remains winless in the conference. Standout performances included strong pitching from Joe Purcell and Ethan Edkins, alongside notable offensive contributions from Cam Panyko Morris and Treston Nemeth.

By the Numbers
  • Slippery Rock's pitchers combined for 18 strikeouts over 11.2 innings.
  • Cam Panyko Morris hit two home runs in the series, driving in four runs and scoring twice across two games.
State of Play
  • Slippery Rock has now won five consecutive games.
  • The Rock is currently leading the PSAC Western Division with a 4-0 record.
What's Next

Slippery Rock will continue its PSAC schedule with a four-game series against Indiana University (Pa.) on March 28-29. They will host a doubleheader on March 28 before traveling for two games the following day.

Bottom Line

Slippery Rock’s recent sweep highlights their strong pitching and offensive depth, positioning them as a formidable contender in the PSAC. The team's current momentum could significantly impact their upcoming matches, emphasizing the importance of maintaining performance levels.