Talladega Triumphs Over Dillard with Offensive Onslaught

TALLADEGA,AL –In a high-scoring game on March 1, 2025, Talladega College (AL) continued their impressive start to the season with an 11-4 victory over Dillard University (LA) at home. The match showcased Talladega's strong offensive lineup and dominant pitching, maintaining their perfect conference record at 8-0 and improving their overall record to 14-4. Meanwhile, Dillard fell to a 9-6 overall record and 4-4 in the conference.

The game began slowly, with neither team scoring in the first two innings. However, Talladega soon found their rhythm in the third inning, thanks to a series of hits that led to the first three runs of the game. V. Rivera's single brought J. Catala home, followed by a 2-RBI double from A. Jackson, giving Talladega a 3-0 lead.

Dillard attempted to rally in the fifth inning, scoring two runs. Braylon Guerin and Jalen Ayers contributed with an RBI single and a hit by pitch, respectively. Yet, Talladega responded with a massive seven-run fifth inning, which proved to be the turning point of the game. Key performances included M. Oropeza's 3-RBI triple and J. Lamboy's RBI triple, which expanded Talladega's lead significantly.

Both teams scored two additional runs each in the sixth inning, but Talladega's early lead proved insurmountable. J. Cruz's RBI double in the sixth sealed the deal, extending the lead to 11-4.

S. Guadamuz led Talladega's pitching efforts, securing his fifth win of the season with five innings of work, allowing four hits and two earned runs while striking out three. H. Fernandez provided solid relief, closing out the game with two innings, conceding two runs on two hits.

For Dillard, Jorge Guerra took the loss, struggling through 4.1 innings by giving up six runs (five earned) on six hits. His relief, Daryl Tillman Jr., faced difficulties as well, allowing three earned runs without recording an out.

M. Oropeza was a standout performer for Talladega with a stellar day at the plate, going 3-for-3 with a triple and three RBIs. J. Cruz also contributed significantly, driving in two runs with a double, while J. Catala demonstrated his speed with three stolen bases.

Dillard's offense was led by Braylon Guerin and Derrald Moore Jr., each driving in a run with their timely hits. Despite their efforts, the team was unable to overcome Talladega's dominant performance.

In conclusion, Talladega's formidable offense and solid pitching continue to cement their place as a top contender in the conference, while Dillard looks to regroup and improve in their upcoming games. 

-Bleu Devils-