In a dramatic finish, the Stetson Hatters rallied for four runs in the ninth inning but fell short against the North Florida Ospreys, losing 11-9. Despite the close outcome, Stetson’s pitching faltered, with senior Jonathan Gonzalez taking the loss. Offensively, freshman Foster Apple led the Hatters with three RBIs, supported by strong performances from Nelphie Lopez and Landon Moran. Stetson managed to outhit North Florida 15-11 but could not convert enough scoring opportunities. The Hatters now aim to rally for a series win in their next matchup on Sunday.

By the Numbers
  • Stetson scored four runs in the ninth inning, closing the gap from 11-5 to 11-9.
  • Seven Hatters had multi-hit games, while the team recorded 15 hits overall against North Florida's 11.
State of Play
  • The Hatters hold a season record of 28-16 and are 17-3 in conference play.
  • The upcoming game on Sunday is crucial for Stetson to clinch the series against North Florida.
What's Next

The Hatters will seek to overcome this setback by focusing on improved pitching and capitalizing on scoring chances in their next game on Sunday at 1:00 PM.

Bottom Line

Stetson’s offensive capabilities were highlighted in the ninth, but without a stronger pitching effort, future games remain a challenge. The team must regroup quickly to secure a series victory.