Queens University of Charlotte baseball secured a thrilling 9-8 victory over West Georgia, highlighted by a walk-off home run from Lenox Lively and a remarkable cycle performance by Anibal Rivera. Despite a late comeback by West Georgia, where they scored six runs in the final innings, Queens rallied in the bottom of the ninth to win the series finale. This win marks the Royals' third walk-off victory of the season and Rivera's notable achievement makes him only the second player in the program's history to hit for the cycle.

By the Numbers
  • Anibal Rivera achieved a 4-for-4 game, completing the cycle and making history for the Royals.
  • Jackson Gowan pitched 8.0 innings, allowing 5 runs on 6 hits and retiring 21 straight batters.
  • Hunter Huneycutt recorded a 3-for-4 outing, including 2 RBIs and 4 stolen bases, tying the single-game program record.
  • Queens hit 3 triples, matching the single-game program record during the game.
  • Fano Cruz led West Georgia with 2 home runs and 5 RBIs, hitting 2-for-4 overall.
State of Play
  • The Royals are currently 7-20 overall and 3-6 in the ASUN, while West Georgia holds a record of 8-20 and 5-4 in the conference.
  • Queens will be facing a challenging road stretch, with 8 of their next 9 games away from home.
  • The walk-off victory reflects the team's resilience and ability to perform under pressure.
What's Next

Queens will begin an intensive road schedule starting March 31 against Elon University, marking a pivotal point in their season as they seek to gain momentum amidst the ongoing challenges.

Bottom Line

This victory underscores the Royals' fighting spirit as they navigate a tough season; the combination of Rivera's historic achievement and Lively's clutch performance creates crucial momentum heading into a demanding series of away games.