Lewis-Clark State College, ranked No. 7 nationally, completed a four-game sweep of Corban University baseball, winning games three and four decisively with scores of 11-1 and 11-0. Corban's struggles continued, dropping them to fifth place in the Cascade Collegiate Conference standings. Corban head coach Ryan Harris acknowledged the team's need for improvement and emphasized the importance of regrouping for the upcoming series against Bushnell University. Despite limited offensive production, Corban's senior first baseman Peyton Rickard stood out with four hits over the series.

By the Numbers
  • Lewis-Clark State scored 48 total runs over the weekend series.
  • Corban allowed 22 runs in the final two games, leaving 18 baserunners stranded.
State of Play
  • Corban falls to fifth in the CCC standings with a 11-19 record.
  • Lewis-Clark State holds a strong 22-3 overall record, leading the CCC with a 14-3 conference record.
What's Next

Corban baseball will take a break over spring break to prepare for their upcoming series against Bushnell University, beginning March 27. This rivalry series will feature Corban as the home team due to venue scheduling conflicts.

Bottom Line

Corban must address its offensive shortcomings and regroup quickly to remain competitive in the CCC as they face a crucial series against a rival team. Improvement in execution is essential for reversing their fortunes in the upcoming matches.