In an action-packed doubleheader, Dakota State (DSU) clinched the Frontier Conference baseball season series against Valley City State (VCSU) with a 3-1-1 record. The opener saw DSU win 18-16, bolstered by significant contributions from Cameron Kittridge and Aidan Marsh. The second game ended in a 16-16 tie after a dramatic ninth inning resulted in a halt due to a medical emergency. Overall, DSU improved to 14-19-1, while VCSU stands at 15-17-1.

By the Numbers
  • 66 total runs scored across both games.
  • DSU had 12 hits and drew 16 walks in game one.
  • In game two, DSU collected 18 hits while VCSU had 15.
State of Play
  • DSU leads the season series against VCSU 3-1-1.
  • Despite the tie, DSU remains competitive with a 6-5-1 conference record.
What's Next

DSU will face Dickinson State in a four-game series this weekend, now rescheduled for Saturday-Sunday. A non-conference game against Dakota Wesleyan has been postponed, and DSU is set to play against No. 3 ranked Bellevue next Tuesday.

Bottom Line

The Trojans showcased offensive power, but the medical incident in game two raises concerns about player safety. Continued strong performance will be crucial for DSU as they approach playoff positioning in the Frontier Conference.