The University of St. Francis baseball team split their doubleheader against Judson University, winning the first game 9-3 but losing the second in extra innings, 3-1. In the opener, the Saints showcased offensive strength, with multiple players contributing significantly, led by Nate Maliska's impressive 5-for-10 day. However, in the nightcap, after a tightly contested matchup, Judson took control in the ninth inning, scoring two runs to seal their victory.

By the Numbers
  • St. Francis scored 9 runs in Game 1, with Louthan driving in 3 RBIs.
  • Judson鈥檚 Devin Schular retired 3 out of 4 batters in Game 2, securing the win.
State of Play
  • St. Francis is now 13-21 overall and 10-10 in the CCAC.
  • Judson holds a record of 23-11, sitting at 11-5 in conference play.
What's Next

The teams will resume their four-game series with a doubleheader on Saturday in Elgin, Illinois, starting at 1 pm.

Bottom Line

The Fighting Saints will need to bolster their offense in the upcoming matchup against Judson to gain momentum in the series, while Judson aims to capitalize on their last game's success.