Muleriders Split Doubleheader Against Boll Weevils, Prepping for GAC Tournament
The Southern Arkansas University Muleriders concluded their regular baseball season by splitting a doubleheader with the University of Arkansas-Monticello Boll Weevils, ending with a record of 25-22 and 17-16 in the Great American Conference (GAC). In the first game, SAU fell to UAM 15-8 despite a strong start. The Muleriders bounced back to win the second game 7-1, with standout performances from both hitters and the starting pitcher. This doubleheader caps off a competitive season for the Muleriders as they look ahead to the GAC Tournament.
By the Numbers- SAU scored a total of 15 runs in both games, with 8 in game one and 7 in game two.
- Jordan Owns achieved a career-high with 2 home runs and 2 RBIs in game one.
- Caleb Sollars pitched a complete game, allowing only 1 run with 7 strikeouts in game two.
- The Muleriders enter the GAC Tournament with a mixed performance, winning just under half of their final games.
- Caleb Sollars emerging as a strong starting pitcher adds depth to the Muleriders’ lineup for the upcoming tournament.
The Muleriders will head to Hot Springs, Arkansas, for the Great American Conference Tournament starting April 30th. They will look to capitalize on their strong finish in game two as they prepare to face their tournament opponents.
Bottom LineAs they move into postseason play, the Muleriders must leverage their offensive power and pitching depth, particularly from Caleb Sollars, to advance in the tournament. Consistency will be key if they aim for a successful run in the GAC Tournament.
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