The Malone University baseball team faced Kentucky Wesleyan College in a doubleheader, splitting the series on Sunday. Malone lost the first game 14-5, with the Panthers scoring late to secure the win. In the second game, a dramatic comeback allowed Malone to win 8-7 thanks to a walk-off single by Zach Root. Doran Mast excelled throughout, going 7-for-8 in the doubleheader, contributing significantly to both games. The current season record for Malone is 17-16, while Kentucky Wesleyan stands at 18-18.

By the Numbers
  • Doran Mast achieved 7 hits in 8 at-bats across two games.
  • Malone scored a total of 13 runs in the doubleheader (5 in game one, 8 in game two).
State of Play
  • Malone's overall record is now 17-16, with a G-MAC record of 6-12.
  • Kentucky Wesleyan improved to 18-18 overall and 8-10 in G-MAC play.
What's Next

The final game of the series against Kentucky Wesleyan is scheduled for Monday, April 13 at 10:00 A.M., where Malone will look to capitalize on their momentum from the comeback win.

Bottom Line

Malone demonstrated resilience with their walk-off victory, highlighting the pivotal role of players like Doran Mast. As they move forward, the team's ability to build on this performance will be essential for improving their conference standing.