The Ave Maria baseball team faced a disappointing doubleheader against Southeastern Fire, losing both games with scores of 6-0 and 14-4. In the first game, the Gyrenes were unable to convert their hitting advantage into runs, with notable plays including Christian Prull's solid relief performance, pitching three scoreless innings. Game two saw Ave Maria initially take the lead but ultimately succumb to a run-rule loss, finishing with a record of 10-16 overall and 7-12 in the conference.

By the Numbers
  • Southeastern scored 6 runs on 4 hits in game one.
  • Ave Maria recorded more hits than Southeastern in game one but couldn't score.
  • The Gyrenes fell to 10-16 overall and 7-12 in conference play.
  • Ri'Shon Pearl hit a solo home run in game two, making it his second of the season.
State of Play
  • Ave Maria is currently in sixth place in the Sun Conference standings.
  • They are a half-game ahead of New College, who is positioned to miss the conference tournament.
  • The final game of the series occurs on April 11, with first pitch at 11 a.m.
What's Next

Ave Maria aims to split the series against Southeastern, an outcome that hasn't happened since the Sun Conference formatting changed in 2024. The Gyrenes will need to leverage their hitting in the final game to secure their place in the tournament.

Bottom Line

Despite the losses, Ave Maria's performance reveals potential for improvement, particularly in execution during critical moments. They must capitalize on their hitting opportunities in the upcoming game to enhance their chances in the conference tournament.