Southern University at New Orleans Triumphs Over Dillard in Second Double-Header Game
| Final | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | R | H | E |
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Dillard (LA)
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4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 9 | 0 |
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Southern University at New Orleans (LA)
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4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | X | 9 | 8 | 3 |
NEW ORLEANS– In a captivating college baseball matchup on February 22, 2025, Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) edged out Dillard University with a 9-7 victory in New Orleans, LA. The game, characterized by robust offensive displays and strategic plays, emphasized SUNO's resilience and tactical prowess.
The first inning set the tone with explosive scoring from both teams. Dillard's Braylon Guerin launched the game with a solo home run, followed by Angel Polanco's triple, driving in two more runs, and capitalizing on a fielding error to secure a 4-0 lead. SUNO responded emphatically in the bottom half, highlighted by K. Edmondson's three-run homer, leveling the score at 4-4 with an RBI walk from Herazo, Jr.
As the game progressed, Dillard briefly regained the lead in the third inning, courtesy of Donovan Shead's RBI ground-out. SUNO's K. Shepherd tied it again with a sacrifice fly. The pivotal fifth inning saw SUNO take control, catalyzed by B. Garrett's two-run single and D. Jimenez's RBI single, pushing the score to 9-6. Despite Dillard's efforts, including Braylon Guerin's RBI single in the sixth, SUNO's defense held firm.
On the mound, SUNO's C. Menina delivered a commendable performance, earning the win with four innings of solid relief work, conceding just two runs and striking out five. Dillard's pitching struggled with control, issuing 11 walks, which SUNO exploited to maintain offensive pressure.
Dillard's eight hits were marred by a crucial error, whereas SUNO's seven hits, coupled with four errors, demonstrated their efficiency under pressure. Despite the absence of spectators, the game's intensity and strategic maneuvers captivated those in attendance.
This tightly contested game underscored both teams' determination, with SUNO's lineup proving crucial in turning opportunities into runs. As the season progresses, both teams will look to refine their strategies and build on the lessons learned from this encounter.
-Bleu Devils-