The University of St. Francis baseball team faced off against St. Ambrose University in a doubleheader, resulting in a split. St. Ambrose dominated Game 1, winning 18-3, while USF bounced back to take Game 2 with a score of 9-2. Key players for the Saints included Ryan Louthan, Dominik Alberico, and Max Montgomery, who collectively made significant contributions on offense. Despite the loss in the first game, USF's strategic batting in the second game helped secure a solid victory. The two teams showcased contrasting performances across both matchups.

By the Numbers
  • St. Ambrose scored 18 runs and made 17 hits in Game 1.
  • Four Saint players recorded hits in both games; Louthan and Montgomery contributed multiple hits in Game 2.
State of Play
  • USF's 9-2 win in Game 2 was marked by three multiple-run innings.
  • Michael Leonard earned his second win of the season in Game 2, with effective relief performance from Jurka and Nold.
What's Next

The Saints will face Judson University in another doubleheader on April 3, aiming to build momentum from their Game 2 win against St. Ambrose.

Bottom Line

USF's ability to bounce back after a heavy loss highlights their resilience, establishing a critical opportunity to gain further traction in the upcoming doubleheader against Judson University.