JACKSONVILLE, Ala. – The Toledo baseball team faced a tough loss against Jacksonville State, losing 5-0 in their weekend series opener at Rudy Abbott Field.
The game remained scoreless until the third inning when Jacksonville State scored two runs with a double. They extended their lead with single runs in the fifth, seventh, and eighth innings.
Sophomore Brady Sasse had a strong outing despite the loss, pitching six innings and allowing three runs on six hits, along with four strikeouts.
Coaching Perspective
Head Coach Rob Reinstetle praised Jacksonville State’s pitching. “They threw the ball well and kept us off-balance. We had some hard-hit balls, but we just couldn’t connect to score,” he said. He noted that although the pitching was solid, a few mistakes allowed the other team to capitalize. “We have what it takes to win. We just need to tweak a few things to get our hitting going.”
Game Highlights
- Brady Sasse: 6.0 IP, 6 H, 3 R, 4 K
- Michael Fliss: 2.0 IP, 3 H, 2 R, and a pick-off in the eighth
Game Flow
- Jacksonville State scored two in the third and added a run in the fifth.
- Toledo threatened in the sixth with two runners on but couldn’t convert.
- More runs came for JSU in the seventh and eighth.
- The Rockets loaded the bases in the ninth but ended the game with a strikeout.
Season Context
Toledo’s current record is 1-3, showing they have faced tough competition. In their four games, they have remained competitive, highlighting their potential as the season progresses.
Recent surveys show that fans are optimistic about the team’s ability to bounce back, with a large percentage believing that small adjustments could lead to success. As the team continues to find their rhythm, the upcoming games will be crucial for building momentum.
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