The Louisiana Tech Bulldogs secured a hard-fought series win against FIU with a 4-3 victory in 10 innings. This marked their first extra-inning win in Conference USA since May 2017. After trailing 3-1, the Bulldogs rallied to tie the game and scored the decisive run in the tenth inning. Key performances included Luke Nichols, who retired 12 batters consecutively, and Eli Berch, who contributed three RBIs. The win is particularly significant as it ends a six-year drought for the Bulldogs in Miami.

By the Numbers
  • Bulldogs improved to 17-16 overall and 6-6 in CUSA.
  • Luke Nichols pitched 5.1 innings, tying his season high with 5 strikeouts.
State of Play
  • The Bulldogs have won the first two games of the series against FIU.
  • Louisiana Tech's last win in Miami against FIU was in 2017.
What's Next

The Bulldogs will return to their home state for an upcoming game on April 7, looking to build on their momentum from this series victory.

Bottom Line

This gritty win highlights the Bulldogs' resilience and ability to perform under pressure, critical for their conference aspirations moving forward. Key contributions from players like Eli Berch and Luke Nichols underscore the importance of teamwork in achieving crucial victories.