Lander University baseball completed its regular season with an impressive three-game sweep of St. Leo, culminating in an 11-7 victory. The Bearcats finish at 31-18, matching the most wins by a first-year head coach in program history. The team now awaits Sunday鈥檚 outcomes from other Peach Belt Conference matches to determine their seed for the upcoming PBC Tournament. A strong seventh inning, during which they scored eight runs, was pivotal to their final game. Lander has set a new NCAA record with a total of 174 hit by pitches this season.

By the Numbers
  • Lander's regular season record: 31-18
  • NCAA single-season record for hit by pitches: 174
  • Number of wins by first-year head coach tied: 31 (Bill Jarmen, 2006)
State of Play
  • Lander is currently tied for second place in the Peach Belt Conference with USC Aiken.
  • A North Georgia win over USC Aiken would give Lander home-field advantage for the PBC Tournament.
What's Next

The PBC Tournament bracket will be finalized on Sunday, clarifying Lander's position and potential matchups for the opening weekend. Depending on rival teams' performances, Lander may either host or travel for the tournament.

Bottom Line

Lander鈥檚 historic season, marked by a record number of hit-by-pitches and a potential home playoff game, sets up an exciting opportunity in the PBC Tournament. The team's resilience and recent performance signal their ability to compete prominently in the postseason.