FIU's baseball team defeated Louisiana Tech 7-4 in a thrilling match to kick off a three-game Conference USA series. After trailing 4-2, the Panthers rallied with four runs in the seventh inning, powered by Samuel Fischer's crucial two-run double. The Panthers improved their conference record to 2-8 while upping their overall record to 10-20. With strong offensive contributions, including a home run from Andrew Ildefonso and solid pitching from Preston Prince and Tyrus Riley, FIU secured their second conference victory of the season.

By the Numbers
  • FIU had 11 hits, with three players achieving multi-hit games.
  • Preston Prince tied his career high, pitching five innings and striking out six batters.
  • Tyrus Riley recorded his second win of the season, pitching four innings with five strikeouts.
State of Play
  • The Panthers are currently striving to improve their standing in the conference with a 2-8 CUSA record.
  • FIU鈥檚 offense is showing promise, exemplified by a 15-game on-base streak for Cooper Rasmussen.
What's Next

FIU will play game two of the series against Louisiana Tech on Friday, April 3, featuring a Country Night theme and streamed live on ESPN+.

Bottom Line

FIU's comeback win highlights their resilience and offensive potential, critical as they look to build momentum in the conference series ahead.