The Cougars faced a tough defeat against Fort Hays State, losing 9-8 in a tightly contested rubber match after a series tie. The game featured multiple lead changes, with CCU initially taking a 8-4 lead before allowing the Tigers to rally back late. Gregory Rangel led the Cougars with a solo home run while teammates Landry Hamm, Cade Lacy, Aidan Welsh, and Brandon Schramm contributed key RBIs. Despite having runners in scoring position in the ninth, CCU couldn't capitalize, sealing their loss in this critical matchup. The Cougars will regroup and shift focus to an upcoming four-game series against the Colorado School of Mines.

By the Numbers
  • CCU's Gregory Rangel hit his team-leading 7th home run of the season.
  • The Cougars scored 8 runs off 12 hits in the match.
  • Fort Hays State rallied for 5 unanswered runs to secure the victory.
State of Play
  • CCU's record in the three-game series stands at 1-2.
  • The Cougars will now enter RMAC play, facing the Colorado School of Mines next.
What's Next

Looking ahead, the Cougars aim to regain momentum against the Colorado School of Mines, where they will need to strengthen their defense and capitalize on scoring opportunities to turn their season around.

Bottom Line

The Cougars must learn from their late-game mistakes, as their inability to maintain leads against formidable opponents could jeopardize their standings in RMAC play. Emphasizing resilience and strategic execution will be crucial for upcoming matchups.