Samford baseball secured an 11-5 victory against UNC Greensboro in the first game of their series. This win brought Samford's overall record to 18-18 and a Southern Conference record of 6-4, while UNCG now stands at 15-23 with a 2-8 league record. Key performances included Trey Higgins, who hit a homer, and Cade Carr, who drove in two runs, as Samford showcased strong two-out hitting. Pitcher Joseph Lee earned the win after 5.2 innings of work, while Zak Spurrier notched his fourth save by pitching two hitless innings.

By the Numbers
  • Samford improved to 18-18 overall, 6-4 in Southern Conference play.
  • UNCG fell to 15-23 overall, 2-8 in league play.
  • Trey Higgins went 2-for-5 with 1 home run and 1 RBI.
  • Cade Carr recorded 2 RBIs with a 2-for-5 performance.
  • Joseph Lee pitched 5.2 innings, surrendering 3 runs on 4 hits.
State of Play
  • Samford took an early lead with 2 runs in the second inning.
  • UNCG briefly led 3-2 after scoring three runs in the second inning.
  • The Bulldogs regained and maintained control, driving in five more runs in the ninth.
  • UNCG's Jacob Budzik hit a homer, but it wasn't enough to turn the tide.
What's Next

The teams will face off again on Saturday at 1 p.m. (CT) for game two of the series, providing Samford with another opportunity to solidify their standing in the Southern Conference. Fans can follow the game online through live stats.

Bottom Line

Samford's effective hitting and solid pitching demonstrate their potential to challenge in the Southern Conference. The Bulldogs must maintain this momentum to further their playoff aspirations as the series continues.