The WVU Tech Golden Bears suffered two defeats against the University of Rio Grande, losing the first game 13-3 and the second 14-6 in their River States Conference doubleheader. Despite a strong offensive performance in both games, the Bears are now 8-24 overall and 6-22 in conference play. Highlights include Hailea Skeens鈥� standout performance with multiple hits in both games and Ashleigh James' perfect batting in the second game.

By the Numbers
  • WVU Tech totaled 7 hits in Game 1 and 8 hits in Game 2.
  • Hailea Skeens had a combined total of 4 hits, scoring 2 runs across both games.
  • Ashleigh James went 3-for-3 with 1 double, 1 RBI, and 1 run scored in Game 2.
State of Play
  • The Golden Bears are currently ranked 8th in their conference.
  • WVU Tech's pitching staff has a team ERA of 6.25 after 32 games.
  • Hailea Skeens leads the team with a .434 batting average and 43 hits for the season.
What's Next

WVU Tech will host a doubleheader against Indiana University Southeast on April 17, with first pitch scheduled for 1:00 PM. The Golden Bears will look to improve their conference standing and build on their offensive momentum in home games.

Bottom Line

While the Golden Bears faced tough losses, their offensive performance suggests potential for revitalization. With key players like Skeens and James stepping up, there's hope for a turnaround in upcoming matchups.