NC State rallied from a five-run deficit to defeat Stanford 12-7, evening the series at Sunken Diamond. The Wolfpack scored 12 unanswered runs with a strong performance in the fourth to sixth innings, highlighted by Andrew Wiggins’ four RBIs and two home runs from Ty Head. Freshman Sam Harris delivered a stellar 6.1 innings in relief to secure the victory, while NC State showed improved performance with runners in scoring position compared to the previous game.

By the Numbers
  • NC State scored 12 runs after initially trailing 0-5.
  • Andrew Wiggins contributed four RBIs and hit his sixth home run of the season.
  • Ty Head hit his 13th home run and now has 50 walks this season, just three away from tying for second in program history.
  • Sam Harris pitched a career-best 6.1 innings, allowing 2 runs on 4 hits.
State of Play
  • NC State improved to 31-18 overall and 13-13 in ACC play.
  • Stanford had a strong start but couldn't maintain the lead.
  • The Wolfpack improved their effectiveness with runners in scoring position, hitting .357 with 5-14 success.
What's Next

NC State aims to win its first road ACC series this season in the decisive game against Stanford on May 10th at 4:05 p.m. EST. After this series, they will return home for the final regular-season series against North Carolina.

Bottom Line

NC State's resilience and strong middle-inning performance showcase their potential as they move forward into crucial games, emphasizing the importance of maintaining momentum and improving clutch hitting as they head into the final stretch of the season.