West Georgia baseball clinched the ASUN series against Florida Gulf Coast with a 9-6 victory in game two at Cole Field. A three-run homer by Hank Smith helped establish an early lead for UWG, but FGCU battled back, closing the gap to one run. Key performances in the sixth inning, particularly from Fano Cruz and Andon Lewis, solidified the Wolves鈥� win. Head coach Jeff Smith emphasized the team's need to maintain their momentum into the final game, which is now scheduled for 10 a.m. due to inclement weather.

By the Numbers
  • UWG had 13 hits, compared to FGCU's 9.
  • Hank Smith achieved a career-high with 3 RBIs in the game.
  • Luke Ridley struck out 5 batters, earning his second win while allowing 4 earned runs.
  • UWG leads the all-time series 5-3 against FGCU.
State of Play
  • UWG is now 10-21 overall and 7-4 in the ASUN conference.
  • FGCU's record stands at 19-11 and 5-5 in ASUN play.
  • The series finale is set for Saturday morning with the potential for weather-related streaming issues.
What's Next

The final game of the series will be pivotal for both teams in terms of conference standings. UWG aims to build on their recent momentum, while FGCU will look to bounce back and level the series. Weather conditions could impact the game's visibility, making performance and strategic execution critical.

Bottom Line

West Georgia's strong offensive showing and effective pitching late in the game indicate a team finding its rhythm at a crucial point in the season. Maintaining this momentum will be essential for the Wolves as they prepare to close out the series with FGCU while aiming for playoff positioning in the ASUN.