RiverHawks Fall After Fifth-Inning Surge by Fort Smith Despite Lakins’ Two Homers
TAHLEQUAH -- Northeastern State saw an early back-and-forth contest slip away after Arkansas-Fort Smith erupted for 15 runs in the fifth inning, handing the RiverHawks a 21-9 loss on Tuesday in MIAA play. The RiverHawks (13-28, 8-18 MIAA) matched the Lions through the first four innings, erasing deficits and eventually tying the game at 6-6 midway through the contest. Northeastern State collected 13 hits on the day and showed consistent production throughout the lineup. Gunner Lakins provided the biggest spark, launching two home runs — one in the fourth inning and another in the seventh — to lead the RiverHawks...
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