Stobart Throws Eight Strikeouts in SFA's 8-4 Loss to Arkansas State

Sunday, February 16

Jonesboro, Arkansas

1:00 p.m

Stephen F. Austin

1-2

Arkansas State

2-1

Stephen F. Austin

Arkansas State

Photo by: SFA Athletics

Stobart Throws Eight Strikeouts in SFA's 8-4 Loss to Arkansas State

2/16/2020 3:59:00 PM | Baseball

Box Score

JONESBORO, Ark. -- Senior Jacob Stobart dominated on Sunday, striking out eight Arkansas State hitters over five innings of work, but it was not enough as the SFA 'Jacks fell to the Red Wolves 8-4.

In addition to his eight strikeouts, Stobart threw five shutout innings while giving up three hits and walking two for SFA (1-2).

Junior Jared Martin led the way offensively for the 'Jacks, going 2-for-4 in the ballgame with a home run and two RBIs. Junior Dillon Eatman put together a standout performance at the plate as well, going 2-for-4 with a double. Senior Sean Moore also contributed, going 2-for-4 for SFA with a double.

GAME SUMMARY

Trailing 6-0, the 'Jacks first put runs on the board in the eighth inning. SFA's offense started clicking and put up four runs, including a two-run home run off the bat of Martin. The 'Jacks were unable to get any closer, as Arkansas State added two runs to their tally on the way to an 8-4 final.

GAME NOTES
» Stobart fanned eight Red Wolves hitters.
» SFA's highest scoring inning was the eighth, when it pushed four runs across.
» SFA pitchers faced 40 Arkansas State hitters in the game, allowing four ground balls and 10 fly balls while striking out nine.
» Martin led the 'Jacks at the plate, going 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBIs.

Next up for SFA is a matchup in College Station with Texas A&M on Tuesday. First pitch for that contest is set for 6:30 p.m.

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