Erskine College baseball achieved a decisive series sweep against Barton College, winning both games of a doubleheader at Grier Field. The Fleet overcame late-game challenges, scoring a four-run sixth inning in the first game and clinching the second with Danny Villafane's walk-off sacrifice fly. Erskine鈥檚 record now stands at 23-20 overall and 17-10 in the conference.

By the Numbers
  • Erskine鈥檚 run total: 12 (7 in Game 1, 5 in Game 2)
  • Danny Villafane recorded 3 RBIs during the doubleheader, including a walk-off in Game 2.
State of Play
  • Erskine鈥檚 pitching was strong, particularly in Game 2, where Larson McMaster gave up only one run outside of one inning.
  • The Fleet battled back from a 4-2 deficit in Game 2鈥檚 ninth inning to seal the sweep.
What's Next

After a mid-week break, Erskine will face No. 8 Francis Marion University in a three-game series starting Friday at 3 PM. This matchup presents a significant challenge as the Fleet look to improve their standings.

Bottom Line

The Erskine baseball team is on a roll, leveraging late-game heroics and effective pitching to gain momentum heading into a challenging series against a ranked opponent. Their ability to rally shows resilience, a vital trait as they push for better conference positioning.