IU South Bend lost both games in a doubleheader against St. Ambrose, falling 2-1 in a pitchers' duel and 5-3 in a later matchup. In the opener, senior Josh McCormick delivered a strong performance but the Titans couldn't secure the win despite leading late. Game two saw IU South Bend make a late-game push but ultimately fall short, leaving them at a 12-19 record and 7-8 in the CCAC. The Titans outhit their opponents in both games but struggled to capitalize on scoring opportunities. They'll face St. Ambrose again Saturday for another chance at victory.

By the Numbers
  • Josh McCormick pitched 8.1 innings, allowing four hits and two runs, with six strikeouts in game one.
  • IU South Bend outhit St. Ambrose 9-4 in game one and 9-6 in game two.
Yes, But

Despite solid hitting stats and strong pitching displays, IU South Bend struggled to translate their efforts into wins, emphasizing their difficulties in closing out games while under pressure.

State of Play
  • IU South Bend is currently 12-19 overall and 7-8 in the CCAC.
  • St. Ambrose sits at 20-13 overall, with a strong 15-5 record in conference play.
What's Next

The Titans are set for a rematch with St. Ambrose in another doubleheader on Saturday, providing them with another opportunity to improve their CCAC standing.

Bottom Line

IU South Bend needs to capitalize on their hitting and maintain composure in tight games to turn their season around, focusing on clutch moments to secure much-needed wins.