Central Arkansas clinched a 6–4 victory against Stetson in the opening game of the ASUN Championship. The Bears showcased a strong batting performance with nine hits, including a home run, while taking an early lead and maintaining control throughout the game. Key contributions came from Parker Gwyn and Keaton Laidley, who each tallied multiple runs batted in (RBIs). Despite a rally from Stetson, Central Arkansas held on to secure their advancement in the postseason tournament.

By the Numbers
  • Central Arkansas: 31 wins, 25 losses (17–13 ASUN)
  • Stetson: 23 wins, 32 losses (13–16 ASUN)
  • Denver Hamilton: 6 innings pitched, 9 hits allowed, 3 earned runs
  • Hunter Alexander: 4 strikeouts in 3 innings pitched, 1 earned run allowed
  • Parker Gwyn: 2 RBIs, 2 hits, 1 run scored
  • Keaton Laidley: 1 home run, 2 RBIs, 2 hits
State of Play
  • Central Arkansas leads 1-0 in the ASUN Championship series.
  • Next game scheduled against FGCU on May 20th at 5:00 p.m. CT.
  • Hunter Alexander became UCA's single-season save leader and ranks 3rd in the nation for saves.
What's Next

Central Arkansas is set to face FGCU in the second round of the ASUN Championship Tournament. A win would put them one step closer to clinching the championship title.

Bottom Line

The Bears displayed resilience and strong teamwork to secure their first postseason victory. Continuing to leverage their batting depth and pitching prowess will be crucial for advancing further in the tournament.