March 19, 2024

Waxahachie, TX - The Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) Lions Baseball team unleashed a formidable display of power as they clinched a commanding 14-1 victory against the Southwestern Christian University (SCU) Eagles in the finale of their Sooner Athletic Conference (SAC) series. The showdown took place at the Lions Athletic Complex in Waxahachie, Texas, igniting cheers of joy among the home crowd on Monday afternoon.

Lions Review 
In a display of sheer offensive firepower, the Lions left an indelible mark on the field. Avery Chatman's stellar performance saw him going 1 for 4, including a crucial double, rallying 2 RBIs while crossing the plate once. Xavien Thompson showcased his batting prowess with a 2 for 4 outing, punctuated by a powerful home run, scoring twice and tallying an impressive 4 RBIs. Andrew Ortiz contributed to the offensive onslaught, going 1 for 2 with a double, adding a run to the scoreboard along with an RBI. Dominick Padilla showcased his hitting prowess, going 2 for 4 with a double, scoring a run, and rallying 2 RBIs. Eli Lyons and Josh Pinter also made significant contributions, with Lyons going a perfect 2 for 2 and Pinter launching a home run in his 1 for 1 performance, scoring a run and tallying an RBI. Wesley Flatt rounded off the offensive showcase, going 1 for 2, scoring 2 runs, and adding another RBI to the Lions' dominant display.

On the mound, Reagan Smith delivered a masterful performance, securing the win after an impressive 5-inning stint where he conceded no earned runs and limited the opposition to just 3 hits while striking out 6 batters. Kaden Kneip took over in relief, showcasing his own pitching prowess with 2 scoreless innings, holding the Eagles hitless and recording 2 strikeouts to seal the Lions' resounding victory.

Looking Ahead
With their sights set on continued success, the Lions now shift their focus to their upcoming matchup against Louisiana State University Shreveport on Mar 19 (Tue). As they embark on the road to Shreveport, LA, the Lions carry the momentum of their dominant victory, aiming to extend their winning streak.

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.