WKU Baseball clinched a thrilling victory over Dallas Baptist, winning 7-4 in a dramatic walk-off on Friday night. Daniel Stewart hit a three-run home run in the bottom of the ninth, marking his first walk-off as a Hilltopper. With this win, WKU improves its record to 27-23 overall and 12-13 in C-USA play. The game featured significant contributions from players like Lane Arroyos and Reid Howard, who both had multi-hit performances.

By the Numbers
  • WKU has three walk-off wins this season, two of which are in conference play.
  • The Hilltoppers recorded 10 hits, improving their record to 18-6 when tallying 10 or more hits in a game.
Yes, But

Dallas Baptist staged a strong offense, taking a 3-2 lead in the third inning but ultimately couldn't maintain the advantage. The Hilltoppers showed resilience in rallying to secure victory despite being behind.

State of Play
  • WKU's pitching held the Patriots to one home run, a notable achievement in their recent games.
  • Dawson Hall delivered a standout performance in relief, pitching 4.2 scoreless innings with three strikeouts.
What's Next

The Hilltoppers will face Dallas Baptist again for game two of the series on Saturday, May 9, at 4 p.m. CT, with senior recognition scheduled prior to the game.

Bottom Line

The Hilltoppers demonstrated resilience and the ability to perform under pressure, a critical trait as they move forward in their season. Maintaining this toughness will be essential in the upcoming challenges.