Wednesday, April 19
Nacogdoches, TX
6:30 p.m.
Stephen F. Austin
vs
University of Arkansas - Pine Bluff
Baseball Set for Four-Game Homestand
4/18/2023 2:00:00 PM | Baseball
NACOGDOCHES, Texas - The Stephen F. Austin baseball team prepares for four games at Jaycees Field this week as they have a one-game matchup with University of Arkansas - Pine Bluff and a weekend series with UT-Arlington.
Stephen F. Austin vs. University of Arkansas - Pine Bluff
Wednesday, April 19th / 6:30 p.m. / ESPN+
Stephen F. Austin vs UT-Arlington
Game 1: Friday, April 21st / 6:30 p.m. / ESPN+
Game 2: Saturday, April 22nd / 2:00 p.m. / ESPN+
Game 3: Sunday, April 23rd / 12:00 p.m. / ESPN+
A Look at the Lumberjacks
The Lumberjacks are coming off a rough end to a road trip as they got swept by the New Mexico State Aggies and gave up 39 runs in the three-game series. At the conclusion of the series, the 'Jacks moved to a 16-17 overall record and a 10-8 conference record.
Clayton Loranger enters the week on a 16-game hitting streak, also recording multiple hits in seven of the last ten games. Loranger's 51 total hits on the season puts him sixth in the conference. Loranger's average of .398 is one of five 'Jacks to have an average above .300. Loranger's ability to draw walks helps him get on base nearly half the time as he leads the team with a .470 on-base percentage.
Alex Rodgers jumps into the top 10 in the country in runs scored per game with 1.39. Rodgers currently sits ninth in the nation and first in the WAC. His 46 total runs scored puts him second in the conference and 20th in the nation. Rodgers is also on a 15-game streak of reaching base safely.
Nolan Brown is on a tear as of late as he is 13 for his last 28 (.464) and has recorded five RBIs, eight runs scored, and at least one hit in his last seven games.
Julian Thompson has quietly been one of the best sluggers for the 'Jacks during conference play this season as he leads the team with a 1.147 OPS and four home runs against WAC opponents.
A Look at the Golden Lions
The Golden Lions head into the match with a 11-24 record and are coming off a three-game losing streak to Prairie View A&M who the Lumberjacks are 2-0 against this year. The Golden Lions have only won one road game in 14 matches this season.
JaKobi Jackson leads the offensive categories for the Golden Lions with a .373 average, 1.038 OPS, 28 hits, and 40 total bases. Jackson reaches base half the time he comes up to bat as he carries a .505 on-base percentage. Jackson is also one of two players to have nine doubles on the team.
Brandon Simon's three home runs this year makes him the only player on the team to have multiple home runs this season.
Ark. - Pine Bluff is ranked 29th in the nation when it comes to total stolen bases with 65. Isaiah Cohens plays a big role in that statistic as he leads the team with 15 stolen bases in 18 attempts.
The Golden Lion pitching staff holds a 7.69 team ERA and allows 1.96 walks/hits per inning. Opposing offenses have a batting average of .306.
A Look at the Mavericks
The Mavericks currently sit at a 19-17 overall record and a 9-6 WAC record. They are 10-11 when it comes to games on the road.
The offense is led by Ryan Black who holds a .367 average and a 1.013 OPS. Black is one of three Mavericks to have a double-digit number of doubles and one of four to have at least six home runs. Black also leads the team with 36 RBIs.
Half of Tyson Pointer's 42 base hits have been for extra bases: 14 doubles, one triple, and six home runs. Pointer's 14 doubles lead the conference and is 36th in the nation. Pointer carries the hot hand as he is six for his last nine with two home runs and five RBIs.
Gabe Starks is the ace for the Mavericks, having a 3.47 ERA and a 4-0 record in nine starts this year. In 46.2 innings pitches, Starks has allowed only 18 earned runs and has struck out 54 batters (fourth in the WAC). Opposing batters hit for a .193 average against Starks.
Stephen F. Austin vs. University of Arkansas - Pine Bluff
Wednesday, April 19th / 6:30 p.m. / ESPN+
Stephen F. Austin vs UT-Arlington
Game 1: Friday, April 21st / 6:30 p.m. / ESPN+
Game 2: Saturday, April 22nd / 2:00 p.m. / ESPN+
Game 3: Sunday, April 23rd / 12:00 p.m. / ESPN+
A Look at the Lumberjacks
The Lumberjacks are coming off a rough end to a road trip as they got swept by the New Mexico State Aggies and gave up 39 runs in the three-game series. At the conclusion of the series, the 'Jacks moved to a 16-17 overall record and a 10-8 conference record.
Clayton Loranger enters the week on a 16-game hitting streak, also recording multiple hits in seven of the last ten games. Loranger's 51 total hits on the season puts him sixth in the conference. Loranger's average of .398 is one of five 'Jacks to have an average above .300. Loranger's ability to draw walks helps him get on base nearly half the time as he leads the team with a .470 on-base percentage.
Alex Rodgers jumps into the top 10 in the country in runs scored per game with 1.39. Rodgers currently sits ninth in the nation and first in the WAC. His 46 total runs scored puts him second in the conference and 20th in the nation. Rodgers is also on a 15-game streak of reaching base safely.
Nolan Brown is on a tear as of late as he is 13 for his last 28 (.464) and has recorded five RBIs, eight runs scored, and at least one hit in his last seven games.
Julian Thompson has quietly been one of the best sluggers for the 'Jacks during conference play this season as he leads the team with a 1.147 OPS and four home runs against WAC opponents.
A Look at the Golden Lions
The Golden Lions head into the match with a 11-24 record and are coming off a three-game losing streak to Prairie View A&M who the Lumberjacks are 2-0 against this year. The Golden Lions have only won one road game in 14 matches this season.
JaKobi Jackson leads the offensive categories for the Golden Lions with a .373 average, 1.038 OPS, 28 hits, and 40 total bases. Jackson reaches base half the time he comes up to bat as he carries a .505 on-base percentage. Jackson is also one of two players to have nine doubles on the team.
Brandon Simon's three home runs this year makes him the only player on the team to have multiple home runs this season.
Ark. - Pine Bluff is ranked 29th in the nation when it comes to total stolen bases with 65. Isaiah Cohens plays a big role in that statistic as he leads the team with 15 stolen bases in 18 attempts.
The Golden Lion pitching staff holds a 7.69 team ERA and allows 1.96 walks/hits per inning. Opposing offenses have a batting average of .306.
A Look at the Mavericks
The Mavericks currently sit at a 19-17 overall record and a 9-6 WAC record. They are 10-11 when it comes to games on the road.
The offense is led by Ryan Black who holds a .367 average and a 1.013 OPS. Black is one of three Mavericks to have a double-digit number of doubles and one of four to have at least six home runs. Black also leads the team with 36 RBIs.
Half of Tyson Pointer's 42 base hits have been for extra bases: 14 doubles, one triple, and six home runs. Pointer's 14 doubles lead the conference and is 36th in the nation. Pointer carries the hot hand as he is six for his last nine with two home runs and five RBIs.
Gabe Starks is the ace for the Mavericks, having a 3.47 ERA and a 4-0 record in nine starts this year. In 46.2 innings pitches, Starks has allowed only 18 earned runs and has struck out 54 batters (fourth in the WAC). Opposing batters hit for a .193 average against Starks.
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