The No. 17 North Carolina State Wolfpack defeated the Sycamores 10-4 in Puerto Rico, exploiting a five-run second inning. Despite a late rally from Indiana State, starting pitcher Breyllin Suriel struggled, allowing five runs in 1.1 innings. The Sycamores attempted to close the gap with a two-run home run from Jorge Cartagena in the ninth, but fell short. This loss marks Indiana State's first of the season, dropping their record to 1-1.

By the Numbers
  • N.C. State scored five runs in the second inning, including a solo home run by Dalton Bargo.
  • Indiana State recorded only six hits, while N.C. State tallied 12 hits, led by Brayden Fraasman’s 3-for-5 performance.
State of Play
  • Indiana State's pitching staff struggled, allowing a total of 10 runs in the first five innings.
  • The Sycamores are slated to play No. 21 Wake Forest in their next matchup, marking the continuation of a challenging series against ranked opponents.
What's Next

Indiana State faces No. 21 Wake Forest next, aiming to bounce back from this loss. The game is scheduled for tomorrow at 2:30 p.m. ET, providing an opportunity for the Sycamores to regroup against another ranked team.

Bottom Line

Indiana State must improve its pitching and offensive consistency to compete effectively against ranked teams. Their performance in the upcoming game will be crucial for rebuilding momentum early in the season.