The Kentucky Wesleyan baseball team secured a doubleheader sweep against Malone, winning 6-5 in the first game and 13-10 in the second, which clinched the series victory. Star performances included Cole Peaslee pitching 5.2 innings in game one, and Tucker Hagan contributing significantly with three hits and two RBIs. In game two, Rhett Dysholm excelled with four hits and three RBIs to help the Panthers improve to a 20-18 record overall and 10-10 in the G-MAC conference. The Panthers showed both offensive firepower and resilience as they countered runs scored by Malone in both games.

By the Numbers
  • Cole Peaslee pitched 5.2 innings, allowing 3 earned runs while striking out 9 in game one.
  • Tucker Hagan had 3 hits and 2 RBIs in the first game.
  • Rhett Dysholm recorded 4 hits and 3 RBIs in the second game.
  • The Panthers scored 19 total runs across both games.
Yes, But

Despite the sweep, the Panthers allowed Malone to score 15 runs over the two games, highlighting some defensive vulnerabilities that could be exploited in future matches.

State of Play
  • The Panthers are currently at .500 in the conference at 10-10.
  • Next up, they will face Thomas More in a four-game series on April 18-19.
What's Next

As the Panthers prepare for their series against Thomas More, maintaining strong offensive performance will be pivotal while addressing defensive lapses to continue building momentum as the season progresses.

Bottom Line

The Panthers demonstrated their capacity for high-scoring games and resilience, but they must tighten their defense to sustain success against tougher opponents as the season continues.