Erskine College baseball triumphed over Barton College 15-11 in a thrilling series opener at Grier Field. Despite trailing 3-0 early on, the Fleet rallied with runs in each of the last eight innings, including a decisive four-run eighth that featured a game-winning homer from Stephen Kriner. Pierce Radke had a standout performance, contributing significantly to the team's successful comeback.

By the Numbers
  • Erskine scored 15 runs on 15 hits, with the top six batters combining for an impressive performance.
  • Pierce Radke went 4-for-5 with a homer, three RBIs, and three runs scored.
State of Play
  • Erskine is now 21-20 overall and 15-10 in Conference Carolinas standings.
  • Barton falls to 7-26, with a 5-20 conference record after the loss.
What's Next

Erskine and Barton will continue their series with a doubleheader on Saturday at noon at Grier Field, aiming to secure a series win for the Fleet.

Bottom Line

The Fleet鈥檚 remarkable resilience and offensive firepower highlight their potential as they move through the season, making Saturday's games crucial for their playoff aspirations.