Jessup baseball achieved a critical doubleheader sweep against Westmont College, winning 8-7 and 6-3 in Santa Barbara. In the first game, Jessup built an early lead but had to rally back after Westmont tied the game with powerful home runs. Landyn Plaut's game-winning home run and Noah Souza's relief secured the victory. In the second game, Jessup's offense thrived after a slow start, with Kai Hirayama excelling on the mound to lead them to a decisive win.

By the Numbers
  • Jessup improved to 22-16 overall and 18-14 in PacWest play.
  • Kai Hirayama earned his fourth win of the season, contributing to Jessup's success in the second game.
State of Play
  • Jessup's victory marks their first close game win in recent matches.
  • Both teams will compete in another doubleheader on April 21st to conclude the series.
What's Next

The teams will meet again for a doubleheader on April 21st at 11:00 AM, with Jessup looking to extend their winning streak and further solidify their position in the PacWest standings.

Bottom Line

Jessup's determination and solid performances in critical moments highlight their potential moving forward, paving the way for possible success in the upcoming series against Westmont.