Azusa Pacific fell just short against Utah Tech, losing 9-8 in a closely contested rubber match. The Cougars showcased their resilience, taking early leads with home runs from Blake Hagerty and Jacob Freer. However, timely hitting by Utah Tech and a multi-run seventh inning enabled the Trailblazers to secure the victory, despite a late-game rally by Azusa. Freer led the Cougars with three hits and two RBIs, but the team could not overcome Utah Tech鈥檚 18 hits.

By the Numbers
  • Freer had a standout game, going 3-for-5 with a home run and two RBIs.
  • Azusa Pacific recorded 13 hits, while Utah Tech achieved 18 hits in the final game.
State of Play
  • Azusa Pacific finished the series with a record of 1-2 against Utah Tech.
  • The Cougars displayed offensive power in the rubber match, bouncing back from a 2-run performance in the previous game.
What's Next

Azusa Pacific will look to build on their competitive performance against Utah Tech in their upcoming series. They may focus on improving pitching consistency to better cope with Division I competition in the future.

Bottom Line

Despite the loss, Azusa Pacific proved they can compete at a higher level, showing promise in their offensive capabilities, but must address pitching issues to enhance future outcomes.