Goldey-Beacom baseball split a doubleheader against Post, winning 15-2 in the second game after narrowly losing 3-2 in the first. In the decisive second game, the Lightning surged ahead with a five-run fourth inning, spurred by strong performances from freshmen Shawn Roy and Kaden Barmer. Senior Connor Blence dominated on the mound for Goldey-Beacom in game one, despite the loss, recording seven strikeouts in 7.2 innings. The team's record improved to 27-20 overall, continuing their solid performance in the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC), where they vie for playoff positioning.

By the Numbers
  • Goldey-Beacom scored 15 runs in game two, marking their second-highest offensive output this season.
  • Connor Blence recorded 7 strikeouts over 7.2 innings in game one, while sophomore George Starr struck out 6 over 7 innings in game two.
State of Play
  • Goldey-Beacom鈥檚 overall record is now 27-20, with a conference record of 20-11, putting them in a tight race for second place in the CACC.
  • Post鈥檚 conference record stands at 19-12, placing them in fourth with competitive standings alongside Felician.
What's Next

The teams will complete their three-game series on Sunday, aiming for crucial points in the ongoing conference battle, with Goldey-Beacom looking to secure a strong positioning before playoffs begin.

Bottom Line

Goldey-Beacom's impressive win in game two underscores their potential as contenders in the CACC, but consistency will be critical as they move toward the postseason. They must capitalize on this momentum as they prepare for their next matchup against Post.