News Summary
Baseball fans in Georgetown are gearing up for a thrilling matchup as the Centenary baseball team takes on the Southwestern University Pirates in a crucial SCAC series. The doubleheader kicks off at 3 p.m. on Friday at Rockwell Family Field, with both teams eager to improve their standings in the conference. The Diamond Gents are coming off a successful week, while the Pirates are looking to snap a five-game losing streak. Fans are invited to cheer on their teams in what promises to be an exciting weekend of baseball.
Get Ready for an Exciting Weekend of Baseball in Georgetown!
Baseball fans in Georgetown are buzzing with excitement as the Centenary baseball team gears up to face off against the Southwestern University Pirates this weekend in a thrilling Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference (SCAC) matchup. The action kicks off with a doubleheader on Friday, set to begin at 3 p.m. at Rockwell Family Field. Make sure to mark your calendars!
What to Expect This Weekend
The series will wrap up on Saturday with a single game scheduled for 1 p.m.. Both teams come into this series with something to prove. The Centenary Diamond Gents currently hold a record of 11-16 overall and 7-11 in SCAC play. Meanwhile, the Pirates are looking to turn their season around with a record of 10-16 overall and 8-9 in the conference.
Last week, the Diamond Gents showed some flair by winning two out of three games against the University of the Ozarks Eagles, including a decisive rubber game victory with a score of 9-2. However, they have struggled on the road this season, managing only a 2-5 record away from home. That said, they have historically dominated the recent matchups against Southwestern, winning 10 of the last 11 games, including a clean 4-0 sweep last season.
Southwestern’s Challenge
On the other side, the Southwestern Pirates are desperate to snap a five-game losing streak after being swept by the Texas Lutheran University last weekend. The pressure is on as only the top four teams will qualify for the 2025 SCAC Baseball Tournament. As it stands, Centenary is in seventh place, while Southwestern is in sixth, with just 1.5 games separating them.
Notable Players to Watch
As we look ahead to the two teams, there are some impressive players to keep an eye on. The Diamond Gents have a current team batting average of .261 with a .364 on-base percentage (OBP) and a slugging percentage of .344. They’ve hit eight home runs and racked up a total of 225 hits, including 51 extra-base hits.
Some standout players for Centenary include:
- Freshman Noah Paulson, who is batting .344 with 22 hits.
- Sophomore Alex Miller, leading the team with 33 hits and 17 RBIs.
- Freshman Blaine Birkelbach, who has been on fire with a .320 average and a fantastic week of hitting .467.
- Senior Tyler Herrera, a crucial part of the pitching lineup, is currently third in the conference with an impressive 2.59 ERA.
On the Pirates side, head coach J.C. Bunch is looking to rally his squad. Players to watch include James Vaquero and Christian Melillo, both hitting above .350. In addition, Ryan Corbett leads the Pirates in pitching appearances with 11, while Stephen Rutherford has started seven games.
Join the Excitement!
As the diamond gets ready for some serious competition, fans are invited to come out and support their teams! Whether you’re rooting for the Diamond Gents or the Pirates, it promises to be a fun weekend filled with unforgettable moments.
So grab your gloves, wear your team colors, and get ready to make some noise at Rockwell Family Field as these two teams clash in what could be a pivotal series for both sides. Let’s go, teams!
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