March 17, 2024
Cleburne, TX - The Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) Lions clashed against the Southwestern Christian University (SCU) Eagles in a riveting doubleheader showdown at The Depot in Cleburne Station. The day saw a mix of joy and challenge for the Lions as they battled through the Sooner Athletic Conference (SAC) matchups.
Game 1
In the opener, the Lions asserted their dominance with a resounding 3-0 triumph over Southwestern Christian. Nick Mosley showcased his prowess at the plate, delivering a crucial 1 for 3 performance, securing 2 RBIs. Alejandro Garcia and Wesley Flatt contributed solid hits, with Flatt also exhibiting speed on the basepaths, scoring a run and swiping a base. Pitcher Ethan Nors stole the spotlight with a masterful complete game shutout, surrendering only 2 hits while striking out 3 batters, and issuing no walks.
Game 2
The second bout presented a tougher challenge for the Lions as they succumbed to a 6-3 defeat against Southwestern Christian. Despite the setback, standout performances emerged, notably from Avery Chatman, Xavien Thompson, Andrew Ortiz, and Dominick Padilla, who showcased their hitting prowess with triples and runs scored. However, pitching struggles plagued the Lions, with Matthew Hickey enduring a tough outing and Hayden Mullins facing challenges on the mound.
Looking Ahead
The Lions look forward to closing the conference series against the Eagles on Monday, March 18th, determined to bounce back stronger and secure victory in the upcoming nine-inning battle.
Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) is a private Christian university, established in 1927 by P.C. Nelson. SAGU is currently in the process of becoming
Nelson University. The University is located 30 minutes south of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex in Waxahachie, Texas, and offers more than 70 associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees on campus or online. For more information, visit
www.sagu.edu or by calling 1-888-YES-SAGU.
