Embry-Riddle split with #6 Hope International on Saturday as the Eagles won the first game 11-8 followed by a close 15-16 loss in the second game at Eagle Baseball Field in Prescott, Arizona.
 

Game 1:
After a quick first inning with both pitchers facing the minimum, and another 1-2-3 inning from ERAU pitcher Brody Gundert,  Embry-Riddle seized the opportunity, with James Warren's single and a stolen base setting the stage for Blake Moore's two-run homer, giving them an early lead.

The third inning saw Hope International struggle again, with only S. Davis managing a single. Embry-Riddle capitalized on their momentum, scoring three more runs thanks to a combination of hits and errors by Hope International. By the end of the third inning, Embry-Riddle led 5-0.

Hope International fought back in the fourth inning. M. Pinal hit a solo home run, and S. Davis's RBI single brought the score to 5-2. Embry-Riddle responded with another run in the bottom of the fourth, extending their lead to 6-2.

The fifth inning saw Hope International score another run, but Embry-Riddle's defense held firm. In the sixth inning, Hope International managed to score again, but Embry-Riddle's lead remained intact. The seventh inning was a turning point, with Embry-Riddle scoring three runs, including a two-RBI single by  Moore, extending their lead to 9-3.

Hope International continued to fight, scoring a run in the eighth inning, but Embry-Riddle's defense remained strong. In the ninth inning, Hope International mounted a final comeback, scoring four runs, including a three-run homer by C. Moran. However, it wasn't enough to overcome Embry-Riddle's lead.

Game 2:

Game Highlights:

• First Inning: Embry-Riddle started strong, scoring four runs. Owen Cain doubled to center field, followed by Roberto Garza-Nunez's RBI single. Moore's three-run homer capped off the inning, giving Embry-Riddle an early lead.
• Second Inning: Embry-Riddle continued their offensive onslaught, adding five more runs. Cain's two-run double and Moore's second three-run homer of the game extended their lead.
• Third Inning: Hope International responded with a seven-run inning, taking advantage of Embry-Riddle's defensive errors. D. Shackelfo's two-run triple and M. Pinal's RBI single were key hits.
• Fourth Inning: Embry-Riddle scored four runs, with Warren's two-run homer and Konner Nelson's two-RBI single contributing to the score.
• Fifth Inning: Embry-Riddle added one more run with Warren's RBI double.
• Sixth Inning: Both teams were held scoreless.
• Seventh Inning: Hope International scored three runs, including a three-run homer by C. Moran. Embry-Riddle managed one run with Cain's solo homer.

Key Players:

• O. Cain: 3 hits, 3 runs, 3 RBIs, 2 doubles, 1 home run.
• B. Moore: 2 hits, 2 runs, 6 RBIs, 2 home runs.
• J. Warren: 2 hits, 3 runs, 3 RBIs, 1 double, 1 home run.
• K. Nelson: 1 hit, 2 RBIs.

Embry-Riddle will head to OUAZ next weekend for a four game series with the Spirit beginning on Friday at 12pm.