The Southwest Minnesota State Mustangs were swept in a doubleheader against the Northern State Wolves, losing 9-5 in game one and 6-5 in game two. The Mustangs struggled with pitching consistency in both games, with Jameson Quinn allowing three earned runs in just 1.1 innings in the opener. Despite a strong start in game two, including a 5-0 lead, SMSU faltered late, allowing Northern State to tie and ultimately win the game in the ninth inning. Connor Davis shone offensively, leading the team with multiple RBIs across both games.

By the Numbers
  • Mustangs recorded 5 hits in game one, with Connor Davis driving in 3 RBIs.
  • In game two, SMSU scored 5 runs but allowed Northern State to tie the game and win in the ninth inning.
State of Play
  • Southwest Minnesota State's record fell to 15-16 overall and 5-14 in NSIC play.
  • Northern State capitalized on late-game opportunities, completing the sweep with game two's walk-off hit.
What's Next

The Mustangs will look to regroup as they head back to Sioux Falls to face the USF Cougars in another NSIC doubleheader on Wednesday, starting at 1:30 p.m.

Bottom Line

The loss highlights ongoing challenges for the Mustangs in closing out games and maintaining pitching effectiveness. Moving forward, improvements in pitch control and late-game strategies will be crucial for future success.