UT Martin defeated Mississippi Valley State 12-1 in the first game and held on for an 8-7 victory in the second game of their doubleheader Saturday at Skyhawk Field in Martin, Tennessee.
In game two, Mississippi Valley State tallied 14 hits, including seven for extra bases, and scored six runs in the ninth inning. A solo home run by Aiden Meyer in the final inning brought the Diamond Devils within one run, but the rally fell short.
UT Martin, which improved to 6-7 overall, has now won nine consecutive games against Mississippi Valley State, which dropped to 2-9. The Skyhawks lead the all-time series 9-0.
Top performers for Mississippi Valley State in game one included Jace Jones, who went 2-for-3, and Ty Burns, who drove in the lone run with a sacrifice fly. Kendall Brookins drew two walks and stole a base. In game two, Brookins posted a 3-for-4 effort, scoring twice and stealing a base, while Aiden Meyer hit two home runs, including a solo shot in the ninth. Jace Jones added his third career home run, a solo shot in the ninth inning.
On the mound, Clint Lafferty pitched four innings without a strikeout or walk, allowing only one run on three hits. The next game is tentatively scheduled for 3 p.m. Saturday, though weather conditions could alter the timing. Fans can follow updates on the teams’ social media accounts.
