The Southern Arkansas Muleriders secured a 12-7 victory against the Southeastern Oklahoma State Savage Storm in game three of their series. After trailing early, SAU responded with a strong offensive performance, fueled by a triple from Preston Smith and a home run from David Chandler. The Muleriders' win improved their overall record to 23-20, while the Savage Storm fell to 26-18. SAU will face Ouachita Baptist University next, having previously swept them this season.

By the Numbers
  • Preston Smith recorded three runs, three RBIs, and tied for first in Division II with eight triples.
  • Carter Gaston pitched 7.1 innings, allowing 6 hits and striking out 7 batters in the win.
State of Play
  • SAU is currently 23-20 overall and 16-14 in the Great American Conference (GAC).
  • Ouachita Baptist University enters with a 21-23 record, struggling at 13-17 in conference play.
What's Next

The Muleriders will aim to continue their momentum against Ouachita Baptist, seeking to improve their conference standing further. The matchup will be pivotal for both teams as they navigate the latter part of the season.

Bottom Line

The Muleriders demonstrated offensive depth and pitching strength in their recent victory, positioning themselves favorably for their next game. Their ability to maintain this level of play will be crucial as they face tough competition ahead.