The Wingate Bulldogs staged an impressive comeback with a six-run ninth inning to defeat Carson-Newman University 13-10 in their series opener. This victory improved the Bulldogs' record to 27-9 overall and 17-5 in the South Atlantic Conference (SAC), while the Eagles fell to 20-14 and 10-12 in league play.

By the Numbers
  • Wingate out-hit Carson-Newman 19-7.
  • Bulldogs secured 10 extra-base hits compared to Eagles' four homers.
State of Play
  • The Bulldogs trailed late but rallied in the ninth with a explosive performance.
  • Key players included Ben Karpowicz and Jalen Evans, each contributing critical hits.
What's Next

Wingate and Carson-Newman are set to continue their series with a doubleheader on Saturday, creating high stakes for both teams as they seek to improve their league standings.

Bottom Line

This victory underscores Wingate's resilience and offensive prowess, making them a contender in the conference as they prepare for crucial remaining games.