Cole Tabor's two-run home run in the 10th inning helped the University of the Incarnate Word Cardinals snap a three-game losing streak, sealing a 5-3 victory over Lamar University in Southland Conference play. This win improves UIW to 14-13 overall and 6-8 in conference, while Lamar falls to 16-11 and 9-5. The game featured a back-and-forth scoring battle, with both teams exchanging leads until Tabor's key hit secured the win for the Cardinals.

By the Numbers
  • UIW hit three home runs, raising their season total to 42.
  • Chase Blease earned the win, allowing only one hit over two innings to improve his record to 2-1.
State of Play
  • UIW leveled the series against Lamar, setting the stage for a decisive rubber game.
  • Preston Newberry led the Cardinals with three hits and a home run.
What's Next

The Cardinals will face Lamar again tomorrow for the final game of the series, aiming to clinch the series win with a pre-scheduled first pitch at 1:05 p.m.

Bottom Line

This victory for the Cardinals highlighted their resilience in late-game situations, demonstrating their offensive power and setting a competitive tone for the concluding game against Lamar.