West Georgia baseball lost to Stetson University 17-11 in a high-scoring game that featured 31 combined hits and multiple lead changes. The Hatters took a 2-0 series lead after a strong start, jumping ahead 4-0 early. However, the Wolves rallied back, with both teams exchanging leads until Stetson pulled away with four runs in the eighth inning. The teams will play the series finale on Sunday at 12 p.m.

By the Numbers
  • UWG was outhit 19-12 in the game.
  • Mason Cooper had five RBIs and two runs from two hits.
  • Anthony Cole hit his eighth home run of the season and had four RBIs.
  • Patrick McCullough extended his on-base streak to 24 games with a team-high four hits.
  • UWG made four errors in the game, totaling 10 errors over the series.
Yes, But

Despite the loss, UWG showcased a strong offense and resilience, countering Stetson's scoring attacks multiple times. However, defensive errors proved costly, resulting in missed opportunities and contributing to the defeat.

State of Play
  • UWG's record now stands at 11-32 overall and 8-12 in ASUN play.
  • Stetson improved to 17-25 and 8-11 in the ASUN conference.
  • Game two featured two lead changes and a total of 17 runs scored by Stetson.
What's Next

The Wolves will aim to salvage the series in the final game on Sunday. With both offensive and defensive adjustments, they hope to turn the tide against Stetson and avoid a series sweep.

Bottom Line

UWG must address defensive shortcomings to complement their offensive capabilities if they want to bounce back in the series finale. Remaining competitive requires improving fielding and minimizing errors to secure potential victories in upcoming games.