Saint Xavier University's baseball team opened its four-game series against Indiana University South Bend with two decisive victories, winning 10-2 and 6-1. Junior infielder John Simecek had an outstanding performance, hitting two home runs and contributing significantly in both games. Senior pitcher Trent Markezich dominated on the mound in the first game, while junior pitcher Cole Martz showcased his skills with a one-hitter in the second game.

By the Numbers
  • John Simecek hit two home runs and went 3-for-4 in game one.
  • Cole Martz threw a one-hitter with nine strikeouts in game two.
  • Saint Xavier scored a combined 16 runs across the two games.
State of Play
  • Saint Xavier sits at 12-8 overall and 3-3 in the CCAC.
  • The Cougars will wrap up their series against IUSB with another doubleheader on March 21.
What's Next

The Cougars aim to continue their momentum in the series as they prepare for the final doubleheader against IUSB, looking to secure the series win and improve their conference standings.

Bottom Line

With strong performances from both hitters and pitchers, Saint Xavier is positioned to build on this success, underscoring their competitive edge as they advance in the season.