The #19 Lenoir-Rhyne University Bears narrowly defeated the Wingate University Bulldogs in both games of a doubleheader. After a fierce comeback attempt by the Bulldogs in the first game, Lenoir-Rhyne secured a 9-8 victory, followed by a 3-2 win in game two. The Bears now hold a record of 28-8 overall and remain unbeaten at 12-0 in the South Atlantic Conference (SAC), while Wingate stands at 21-15 and 6-8 in league play.

By the Numbers
  • Lenoir-Rhyne out-hit Wingate 12-7 in game one.
  • Wingate stranded nine runners on base compared to Lenoir-Rhyne's eight.
  • In game two, Wingate out-hit Lenoir-Rhyne 5-4.
State of Play
  • Lenoir-Rhyne is leading the SAC with a perfect conference record.
  • Wingate showed resilience with a strong push in the last inning of game one, scoring six runs.
What's Next

Wingate will seek to rebound in their next matchup against UVA Wise on April 11, aiming to improve their league record.

Bottom Line

The Bears' ability to maintain their winning streak highlights their strength in the conference, while the Bulldogs must address their late-game performance to turn close losses into wins.