The Wheeling University Baseball team made history by claiming the MEC North Division title for the first time since 2021, concluding the regular season with a split against West Liberty. In the first game, the Cardinals rallied to win 8-6, allowing them to secure both the divisional and co-overall regular-season championships. After taking an early lead in the second game, they fell short, losing 8-5, but their performance this season has set them up positively heading into the MEC Tournament.

By the Numbers
  • Wheeling finished the regular season with a record of 36-14, including 21-7 in the MEC.
  • Edward Mateo had a standout performance, going 5-8 with a home run, three runs, and three RBIs across both games.
State of Play
  • Wheeling's victory in game one secured the MEC North title, highlighting their strong performance in the regular season.
  • The Cardinals are slated to face Glenville State in the MEC Tournament, with their first pitch at 3:30 PM on May 6th.
What's Next

The Cardinals will begin their postseason journey against Glenville State, aiming to capitalize on their strong regular-season momentum and contend for the MEC Tournament title.

Bottom Line

Wheeling University's achievement in clinching the MEC North title underscores their growth and competitiveness; they now must maintain that momentum as they enter the MEC Tournament looking to extend their success.