Lipscomb University opened the ASUN Tournament with a strong 4-1 victory against Florida Gulf Coast University, overcoming a rain delay that pushed their start time to after 9 p.m. EDT. The Bisons capitalized on a pivotal three-run fifth inning, highlighted by Cam Pruitt's RBI double and Jordan Thomas's contributions. Lipscomb's defense remained solid, turning a crucial double play and stifling FGCU's offense, only allowing a single run in the eighth. This win marks Lipscomb's first ASUN Tournament victory since 2024 and continues their historic success over FGCU in tournament matchups.

By the Numbers
  • Lipscomb improved to 5-7 all-time against FGCU in ASUN Tournament games.
  • Alexander Llinas pitched a career-high 7.2 innings, allowing only four hits and striking out one.
  • Cam Pruitt recorded his 20th multi-hit game of the season, becoming the first since 2023 to achieve this milestone.
State of Play
  • Lipscomb advances in the tournament and is now one win away from the ASUN Championship Game.
  • The Bisons will face North Alabama next, a team they previously beat four times out of six during the regular season.
What's Next

The Bisons are set to play North Alabama in the winner's bracket of the ASUN Tournament, with the game scheduled for 2 p.m. EDT. A victory in this matchup would secure Lipscomb a spot in the Championship Game.

Bottom Line

Lipscomb's strong performance in their ASUN Tournament opener not only snaps a previous losing streak but also positions them favorably as they aim for the Championship Game. Their resilient defense and impactful hitting will be crucial in their upcoming match against North Alabama.