CLAREMORE, Okla. — Missouri Southern State University (4-6, 0-1 MIAA) fell to Rogers State University (8-2, 1-0 MIAA) with a final score of 9-1 on Friday at RCB Bank Sports Complex. The game saw Missouri Southern's only run come from a solo home run in the sixth inning.
Missouri Southern faced an uphill battle against Rogers State, falling behind early in the game. In the first inning, Rogers State capitalized on a pair of walks and two singles, scoring three runs to take a quick lead. Missouri Southern was unable to respond, ending the inning down 3-0.
The second inning saw Rogers State extend its lead with another three-run output. A single by A. Contreras brought in two runs, followed by an unearned run scored on a throwing error, putting the Lions behind 6-0 after two innings.
MSSU managed to get on the board in the sixth inning when
Jason Lazo hit a solo home run to right field. However, Rogers State added two more runs in their half of the inning, with one run scoring on a sacrifice fly. The score was 9-1 through six innings.
Despite several pitching changes and a scoreless final three innings from both teams, Southern could not close the gap. Rogers State secured a 9-1 victory.
Walker Sweet started on the mound, pitching 1 2/3 innings and allowing six runs on four hits, with four walks and two hit batters.
Carter Stover relieved and delivered 3 1/3 innings, surrendering one run on one hit while striking out two, highlighted by allowing just one walk and maintaining a WHIP of 0.65.
Colin Muldoon faced five batters over 2/3 inning, giving up two earned runs on one hit with two walks.
Kaylor Darnell pitched for 1/3 inning, allowing one hit and one walk without giving up any runs.
Gabe Perry and
Braden Ray each contributed scoreless innings, facing three batters apiece without allowing any hits or walks.
Jason Lazo hit a home run, driving in one run and scoring once himself.
Cy Darnell displayed strong defensive skills with four assists from the shortstop position.
Carter Stover pitched 3 1/3 innings, allowing only one earned run while striking out two batters.
Gabe Perry made an efficient relief appearance, pitching one perfect inning without allowing a hit.
