The Wake Forest Demon Deacons took down the Liberty Flames 7-5 in their last home game of the season at Worthington Field in Lynchburg, VA.
In a close match, Wake Forest gained the lead in the fifth inning. The Demon Deacons’ bullpen was strong, keeping Liberty scoreless for the last five innings. This victory marked Wake Forest’s eighth consecutive win.
Riley DeCandido from Liberty was a standout player. He went 3-for-4, walked once, and scored a run. Even with this effort, the Flames saw their record drop to 36-17, losing four of their last five games.
Here’s a quick glance at the game highlights:
- Wake Forest Record: 36-17
- Liberty Record: 36-17
- Winning Pitcher: Ryan Bosch
- Losing Pitcher: Brandon Dahlman
- Saves: Rhys Bowie
Scoring Summary:
- 1st Inning: Costello homers, 1-0 for Wake.
- 2nd Inning: Multiple runs from both teams; by the end of it, Liberty led 4-3.
- 5th Inning: A throwing error allowed Wake’s Andrew Costello to score, making it 6-5.
- 9th Inning: Wentz added another homer for Wake Forest, finalizing the score at 7-5.
In terms of stats, the teams were even on hits, 8-7 in favor of Wake. Both left nine runners on base. Liberty’s Dahlman struggled in relief, giving up three runs within 1.2 innings. Meanwhile, Bosch earned the win, effectively shutting out Liberty during his time on the mound.
Beyond just the numbers, Liberty’s Nick Barone continued to impress. He singled in the seventh, extending his streak to 34 consecutive games reaching base safely. This kind of performance shows the potential for future games, especially as the Flames prepare for their next challenge.
Looking ahead, Liberty is set to face the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders in a three-game series starting Thursday. It’s a critical opportunity for the Flames to turn things around as they finish the regular season.
As baseball continues to grow in popularity, the competition remains fierce. Statistics show that college baseball viewership recently surged by 15% compared to last year, indicating a growing fan base and interest in future matchups like this.
For more details on the game and upcoming fixtures, you might want to check the NCAA site.
