CARY, N.C. – Continuing their games in Cary, N.C., Pace baseball dropped back-to-back contests against D'Youville University, falling 7-0 and then 1-0. Two straight losses lead to a 3-2 overall record in the early portion of the season for the Blue and Gold.
Here's what happened
- In game one of the twin-bill, the Setters managed only two hits as the Saints had their way on the mound.
- A complete game shutout from D'Youville's starting pitcher highlighted game one, with Pace failing to bring a run across the plate. The Saints tallied seven runs in the opening game to fend off the Setters, 7-0.
- Pace's bats remained quiet in game two, and three double plays from D'Youville tarnished multiple scoring opportunities.
- One run on the board from the Saints decided the game as the pitching efforts from both sides commanded the contest, leading to a 1-0 loss.
Box Score Insights
- Only six hits were recorded on the day for the Setters as their offense struggled to find momentum at the plate.
- Senior outfielder Josh Miller registered his 100th career hit with Pace lining a single to left field in the top half of the third of game one.
- On the bump in the first match-up, Aidan Kempf notched five innings with six strikeouts, surrendering five hits and two earned runs.
- In game two, Ryan Degnan (4.0 IP, 1 ER) and Brendan McCann (3.0 IP, 2 K's) both produced strong outings, but it was not enough for the Setters.
Up Next (No. 10 West Chester University PA.)
The Setters return to the USA Baseball Complex tomorrow morning for a single game against No. 10 West Chester University of Pennsylvania beginning at 10:00 a.m.
