The Saint Anselm College baseball team achieved a strong start to their weekend series by sweeping Assumption University, improving their conference record to 11-8. In the first game, the Hawks won 7-3, highlighted by George Slauson's impressive three-RBI performance and Caden Smith's commanding pitching. The second game was even more dominant, with a final score of 19-6, featuring standout performances from Slauson and Jackson Powers, who both contributed significantly to the team’s scoring. The Hawks showcased their offensive strength with five home runs in the second game. This marked a successful day that has set a positive tone for the remainder of the series.

By the Numbers
  • Saint Anselm scored a total of 26 runs across both games.
  • George Slauson had six RBIs in the second game alone and finished 5-for-6 overall.
State of Play
  • The Hawks are now 12-14 overall and 11-8 in the NE10 conference.
  • Assumption's record fell to 8-21 with a 4-15 conference mark after the sweep.
What's Next

The Hawks will continue their series against Assumption with a doubleheader on Sunday, aiming for another victory to strengthen their conference position. With momentum from the sweep, they will seek to capitalize on their offensive success.

Bottom Line

The Saint Anselm Hawks displayed dominant performance and deep batting strength, indicating they could be a formidable contender as the season progresses. Maintaining this level of play will be crucial in consolidating their position within the conference.