No. 19 Mid-America Christian University (MACU) baseball showcased powerful performances in a doubleheader against Peru State, winning 3-0 and 15-1 in their home opener. Key players included Adam Hanan and Frankie Giacalone, who led their team both offensively and defensively. The dominant pitching from Andrws Acosta in the first game and Ibrahim Gonzalez in the second game allowed little room for errors. The Evangels opened their four-game series strongly with two convincing victories. This marked the first competition between MACU and Peru State, with the Evangels now holding a 2-0 all-time record over the Bobcats.

By the Numbers
  • Game one: MACU had three hits; Peru State had four.
  • Game two: MACU registered 14 hits while Peru State had seven.
  • Frankie Giacalone hit two home runs and drove in six RBIs.
State of Play
  • MACU is now 5-4 overall after the two wins against Peru State, who fell to 2-6.
  • MACU's pitching staff displayed dominance with both starters achieving strong performance: Acosta had four strikeouts and Gonzalez struck out five.
What's Next

The Evangels will continue their series against Peru State, with the next game scheduled for noon, giving them an opportunity to extend their winning streak and solidify their performance as a strong contender in the season.

Bottom Line

After a successful opening day, MACU baseball sets a confident tone for their season, showcasing both offensive firepower and strong pitching. Maintaining this momentum will be crucial as they aim to improve their record further in upcoming games.