Georgia State mounted an impressive comeback from a 7-run deficit but ultimately fell to Marshall 15-14 in a thrilling game that extended to ten innings. Led by Kaleb Freeman and Wills Maginnis, both with three hits each, and Michael Maginnis contributing three RBIs, the Panthers rallied to tie the game and even took a brief lead. However, late-game heroics from the Thundering Herd, including a decisive home run in the tenth, secured their victory.

By the Numbers
  • Kaleb Freeman recorded 3 hits and 3 RBIs, including a solo home run.
  • GSU scored 7 runs in the fifth inning to tie the game 9-9 after trailing 9-2.
Yes, But

The Panthers' loss highlights both their offensive potential and defensive vulnerabilities, as they were unable to maintain momentum after taking a late lead.

State of Play
  • Georgia State is currently 24-27 overall, with a conference record of 9-16 in the SBC.
  • Marshall stands at 26-24 overall and 11-14 in the SBC following this matchup.
What's Next

Game Two of the series is scheduled for Saturday at 12 p.m., following delays due to weather concerns. Notably, 14 Panther seniors will be honored before the game.

Bottom Line

This game underscores the resilience of the Georgia State Panthers; however, their inability to close out the game serves as a critical area to address for future matchups.