No. 7 Rogers State baseball team secured their series against Washburn with a decisive 12-5 victory on Sunday, improving to 36-7 overall and 24-5 in MIAA play. Washburn initially took a 3-0 lead, but RSU rallied back, particularly in a pivotal seventh inning where they scored nine runs. Key performances included Andrew Ramirez scoring three times and knocking in several hits, while Sammy Harris tallied three RBIs. Pitching was strong, with Cole Abbott earning the win and closing pitcher Michael Klein maintaining the lead. The Hillcats are set to face Arkansas-Fort Smith next, aiming for a season-series sweep.

By the Numbers
  • Rogers State improved to 36-7 overall and 24-5 in MIAA play.
  • RSU scored nine runs in the seventh inning, a significant turnaround in the game.
State of Play
  • RSU remains unbeaten in MIAA series at 10-0.
  • The Hillcats have strong offensive momentum heading into their final regular-season games.
What's Next

The Hillcats will return to the RCB Bank Sports Complex on Wednesday against Arkansas-Fort Smith, looking to complete a season-series sweep. They will then head on the road to face No. 10 Pittsburg State and Missouri Western to close out the regular season.

Bottom Line

Rogers State continues to display dominant performance in the MIAA, particularly in pivotal moments like the seventh inning, highlighting their resilience and depth as they gear up for the postseason.