Aiken, S.C. – Limestone University's baseball team faced a challenging day on the road, dropping a close game against USC Aiken. The Saints, now with a record of 5-7, fought hard but ultimately fell short.

Game Summary:

Key Highlights:

• 1st Inning: Limestone took an early lead with Ethan Bonocore's single to center field, driving in Sion Barnett and Ben Partridge, making it 2-0.
• 2nd Inning: USC Aiken responded with a run as Frost singled to center, bringing Usry home, making it 2-1.
• 3rd Inning: Limestone extended their lead to 3-1 with Peter Adams' single through the left side, scoring Greenberg.
• 3rd Inning: USC Aiken closed the gap to 3-2 with Sharp's sacrifice fly, scoring a run.
• 4th Inning: Hobson's two-run homer for USC Aiken put them ahead 4-3.
• 6th Inning: Limestone tied the game at 4-4 with Corey Hodierne's groundout RBI, scoring Parke Winst.
• 7th Inning: Bonocore doubled to right field, bringing in Greenberg and giving Limestone a 5-4 lead. USC Aiken quickly responded with Sharp's sacrifice bunt and Molinaroli's two-run homer, making it 7-5 in favor of the Pacers.
• 8th Inning: Limestone tied the game again at 7-7 with Zach Greenberg's single, driving in two runs. However, USC Aiken sealed the win with Gruszka's stolen base and Bell's RBI single, ending the game at 9-7.

Pitching Performance:

• Winning Pitcher: Cole Evilsizor (1-0) for USC Aiken.
• Losing Pitcher: Ben Catrambone (1-1) for Limestone.

Despite the loss, the Saints showed great resilience and determination throughout the game. They will look to bounce back in their next matchup.

Up Next: 
Baseball will host Catawba on Friday the 21st and Saturday the 22nd in a South Atlantic Conference series starting at 5 P.M. on Friday.