Erskine College's baseball team achieved a strong victory over Shorter University, winning 5-2 in the first game of a three-game series, marking their seventh consecutive win. The game featured a strong pitching performance, with Alex Heintz returning to the mound after a long-term injury and Jared Guell earning the win in relief, showcasing a well-rounded team effort.

By the Numbers
  • Erskine extended its winning streak to 7 games.
  • Jared Guell recorded 4 strikeouts over 3.1 innings pitched.
State of Play
  • Erskine is currently 19-19 overall and 13-9 in conference play.
  • Shorter University stands at 11-21 overall, with a 3-19 conference record.
What's Next

The teams will continue their series with a doubleheader on Saturday, starting at noon, where Erskine aims to maintain their momentum.

Bottom Line

Erskine's solid performance against Shorter highlights their potential as they ride a winning streak into the remainder of the series, setting the stage for a crucial doubleheader.