Omaha's baseball team split a doubleheader against St. Thomas, winning the first game 12-2 before falling 15-3 in the second. In the opener, Maddox Meyer led the charge with a solid seven-inning performance, yielding only two runs and recording three strikeouts. The Omaha offense was robust, with all nine starters earning hits, including significant contributions from Nick Riggs and Cardel Dick. Conversely, the second game saw the Mavericks struggle against St. Thomas' offense, mustering only four hits throughout the game. The series concludes with a rubber match scheduled for Sunday.

By the Numbers
  • Maddox Meyer scattered six hits over seven innings, improving to 3-4 on the season.
  • Omaha recorded 13 hits in game one, with all nine starters contributing.
  • St. Thomas scored 15 runs in game two, a stark contrast to Omaha's three runs.
State of Play
  • Omaha currently holds a season record of 9-15 and is 5-3 in the Summit League.
  • St. Thomas is at 5-20 overall, standing at 2-5 in league play.
  • The doubleheader marks the end of a seven-game road stretch for Omaha, with future games against South Dakota State and Oral Roberts on the horizon.
What's Next

The Mavericks will seek to regain momentum in the rubber match against St. Thomas on Sunday. Following that, they will head into a three-game series against South Dakota State beginning April 2. This next series will be crucial for Omaha to improve their league standing and overall performance ahead of returning home.

Bottom Line

Omaha's ability to bounce back from defeats will be tested in the upcoming games, emphasizing the importance of consistent offensive performance and pitching depth. The team's success hinges on their adaptability and collective effort as they navigate through league competition.