Cade Gadman's walk-off single in the ninth inning propelled Mississippi College to a 5-4 victory over No. 24 West Florida, enhancing their record to 25-19 and 18-10 within the Gulf South Conference. After entering the ninth tied at 4, Tyler Sanderson's single and subsequent error allowed pinch runner Nick Slonaker to reach third base, ultimately leading to Gadman's game-winning hit. This victory marks Mississippi College's sixth win in their series against West Florida, which dates back to 2015.

By the Numbers
  • Cade Gadman secured the win with a walk-off single in the ninth inning.
  • Mississippi College has improved to 25-19 overall and 18-10 in conference play.
State of Play
  • The Choctaws scored two runs in the sixth inning to take a 4-1 lead.
  • West Florida rallied to tie the game with two runs in the ninth, aided by a passed ball.
What's Next

The teams will face each other again on Saturday, with the first pitch scheduled for 12 p.m. This game will include Senior Day recognitions for the Choctaws.

Bottom Line

Mississippi College has demonstrated resilience, overcoming late-game pressure to secure a crucial win against a ranked opponent. The team's ability to capitalize on mistakes from West Florida proved pivotal for their victory.