University of South Florida baseball dominated Memphis in the first game of their three-game series, winning 10-1. After falling behind 1-0 in the first inning, the Bulls rallied back, scoring ten unanswered runs. Jacob Green highlighted the performance with two triples, and Edwin Alicea secured the win with a solid pitching performance, allowing only one unearned run over seven innings. South Florida improved their record to 23-7, while Memphis dropped to 9-19. The victory continued the Bulls' streak, showcasing their strong offensive depth and pitching resilience.

By the Numbers
  • Jacob Green hit two triples; the last time a Bull achieved this feat was in 2018.
  • Edwin Alicea improved to 5-2, earning his third quality start of the season.
  • South Florida is 18-0 when scoring six or more runs this season.
  • The Bulls are outscoring opponents 224-116 this season.
State of Play
  • South Florida leads the American Athletic Conference standings with a 4-3 record.
  • Memphis stands at the bottom of the conference with a 2-7 record.
  • Edwin Alicea's performance boosts the Bulls' pitching depth for upcoming games.
What's Next

Game 2 of the series is scheduled for Friday, April 3, at 6:30 p.m., pending weather conditions. The Bulls aim to capitalize on their momentum and secure another win to strengthen their conference position.

Bottom Line

The Bulls' offensive and defensive prowess was on full display against Memphis, reinforcing their status as a team to watch in the conference. With a strong pitching performance and significant offensive contributions, upcoming games could solidify their postseason aspirations.