Drury baseball kicks off a four-game GLVC series against Upper Iowa at Mark Worley Field on April 17. The Panthers, boasting a 22-16 record, will face the Peacocks, who are 15-20, for the first time this season. Drury holds a perfect 6-0 record against Upper Iowa historically and will aim to maintain momentum after winning nine of their last 12 conference games. The series includes a doubleheader on Saturday and a concluding game on Sunday.

By the Numbers
  • Drury's team batting average is .346, ranking first in the GLVC.
  • Jackson Crider leads all-time career stats for Drury with a .414 batting average and ranks second in hit-by-pitches with 48.
State of Play
  • Drury is currently ranked No. 6 in the NCBWA Midwest Region.
  • The Panthers won their last game against Truman State, with Anthony Vita earning a complete game victory.
What's Next

Following the series against Upper Iowa, Drury will host Rockhurst for another four-game series, starting April 24. The outcome of this weekend's games could significantly impact their postseason positioning.

Bottom Line

Drury aims to leverage their historical success against Upper Iowa to solidify their playoff chances while celebrating community engagement during the Donate Life Game. Winning these games is crucial not only for standings but also for continuing to build team morale and community support.