Troy’s Winning Streak Continues with 6-4 Victory Over ULM
Troy extended their winning streak to four games with a 6-4 win against ULM. The Trojans raced out to an early lead, scoring five runs in the first two innings against ULM’s starting pitcher, Brandt Corley.
In the first inning, Troy quickly made their mark. After two outs, they scored four runs with five hits. Steven Meier kicked things off with an RBI single. Jabe Boroff followed, getting hit by a pitch with the bases loaded, and Sean Darnell knocked in two more runs.
Josh Pyne added to the score in the second inning with a solo home run, his seventh of the season. Boroff also earned another RBI later when he was hit by a pitch again, keeping the pressure on ULM.
Troy’s pitcher, Benjamin Stubbs, threw for 5.2 innings, allowing three earned runs while striking out five. In a critical moment, relief pitcher Zach Crotchfelt came in with two runners on base in the sixth. He held strong, but ULM managed to score another run, narrowing the gap to 6-4.
In the eighth inning, the Warhawks threatened again, scoring another run. However, Drew Nelson’s quick thinking saved a run at the plate, and Dylan Alonso closed the game with a quiet ninth inning.
Key Highlights:
- Troy’s four-game streak ties their longest of the season.
- They currently sit in fourth place in the Sun Belt standings.
- Dylan Alonso has seven saves this season, ranking among the top in the conference.
- Josh Pyne’s recent home run was a personal best and traveled 380 feet.
- Meier’s RBI single added to his impressive week, with a career-high seven RBIs earlier against UAB.
Coach and Player Reactions:
Head Coach Skylar Meade praised the team’s offensive efforts, emphasizing their ability to score with two outs. He noted, “Sometimes runs can count more from a momentum perspective when they’re with two outs.”
Third baseman Josh Pyne reflected on their aggressive start, saying, “It’s a great way to start a game. It gets the vibes up.”
Upcoming Game:
Troy will face ULM again on Friday at 6 p.m. at Lou St. Amant Field.
Extra Insights:
Recent sports statistics show that teams that score first have a higher win percentage. According to a study by Sports Performance Research, teams scoring first win about 70% of the time. This trend highlights the importance of Troy’s strong start against ULM.
This victory is an excellent building block as the Trojans look to solidify their spot in the Sun Belt postseason.
