Menlo College Baseball ended a four-game PacWest series against Jessup University in a 2-2 split. They secured a decisive 9-3 win in game one, highlighted by a strong offensive performance, before losing 15-4 in the second game. The Oaks capitalized on a series of timely hits and defensive miscues to dominate the first game, while struggling to contain Jessup's offense in the finale.

By the Numbers
  • Menlo scored 9 runs in game one, including a bases-clearing double from Shane Aldridge.
  • Jessup scored 15 runs in game two, including two 5-run innings.
State of Play
  • Menlo's offense came alive in game one, scoring 9 runs despite being hitless for the first four innings.
  • In game two, Menlo struggled defensively, allowing Jessup to jump ahead 10-0 early on.
What's Next

Menlo will aim to build on their successes as they continue PacWest Conference play against Fresno Pacific on Thursday, April 9th. The Oaks look to harness the energy from their dominant game one performance in upcoming matchups.

Bottom Line

Menlo's split against Jessup underscores their potential, with offensive depth showcased in game one. However, consistency must be prioritized to compete more effectively moving forward.