Dayton edged out Fordham, 5-3, in the series opener, powered by home runs from Colin Lynch and Grayson Carpenter. Despite a strong performance from Fordham鈥檚 Tommy Markey, who recorded two RBIs, the Rams fell short after leaving 11 runners on base. Dayton's Sawyer Jensen struck out eight batters over six innings, helping his team secure their fourth Atlantic 10 victory of the season. The loss drops Fordham to a 13-15 overall record, while Dayton improves to 16-12.

By the Numbers
  • Fordham left 11 runners on base during the game.
  • Sawyer Jensen struck out eight batters in six innings pitched.
Yes, But

Despite the close score, Fordham struggled with execution, particularly by leaving numerous runners stranded, which ultimately cost them the game. Their inability to capitalize on scoring opportunities highlights an ongoing challenge for the team.

State of Play
  • Fordham's record in the Atlantic 10 now stands at 5-5 after this loss.
  • Tommy Markey leads offensively for Fordham with two RBIs in this game.
What's Next

The Rams will look to bounce back in game two of the series scheduled for Saturday at 11:00 AM, pending weather conditions.

Bottom Line

Fordham must improve its offensive efficiency to convert scoring opportunities into runs and avoid close losses, particularly as they face critical Atlantic 10 matchups in the coming days.