Warriors Baseball Gears Up for Home Opener Against University of Mary
Winona State University’s baseball team is set to kick off its home schedule this weekend, March 28th and 29th, with a doubleheader against the University of Mary. First pitch on Saturday is slated for 1:30 PM, followed by a 12:00 PM start on Sunday at Loughrey Field.
Warriors Riding High After Series Sweep
The Warriors (10-11, 5-4 NSIC) are coming off a successful road trip, having swept Bemidji State in a four-game series. Ranked tenth in the NSIC Preseason Coaches’ Poll, Winona State aims to build momentum as the season progresses. Head Coach Seth Wing is in his fourth season with the Warriors, boasting a career record of 77-95.
Easton Arendt currently leads the team with a .375 batting average, whereas Adam Wall is the team’s RBI leader with 18 and four home runs. The Warriors’ team batting average stands at .259 with a .373 on-base percentage.
Pitching Staff Key to Warriors’ Success
Nathan Vela leads the pitching staff with a 3.86 ERA across five starts. Sawyer Hoffman and Hunter Guenther are tied for the team lead in strikeouts with 31 each. The Warriors’ pitching staff collectively maintains a 4.39 ERA with 169 strikeouts in 164.0 innings pitched.
Marauders Present a Challenge
The University of Mary (10-10, 5-4 NSIC) also enters the weekend with positive momentum, having recently completed a four-game sweep of Southwest Minnesota State University. Ranked seventh in the NSIC Preseason Coaches’ Poll, the Marauders pose a significant challenge for the Warriors.
UMary boasts a .287 team batting average and a .384 on-base percentage. Kalem Haney is a key offensive threat for the Marauders, with a .392 batting average. Their pitching staff has a 5.78 ERA, allowing opponents to hit .246.
Looking Ahead: A Busy Week for Winona State
Following the series against UMary, the Warriors face a busy week, including a doubleheader at Concordia-St. Paul on March 31st and a three-game series against Jamestown starting April 3rd.
Did you know?
The second game of Sunday’s doubleheader will not count toward the NSIC standings.
FAQ
Q: Where are the games being played?
A: Loughrey Field, Winona State University.
Q: What is Winona State’s current record?
A: 10-11 5-4 in the NSIC.
Q: What is the University of Mary’s current record?
A: 10-10 5-4 in the NSIC.
Q: Who is the head coach of the Winona State baseball team?
A: Seth Wing.
Q: What time does the doubleheader start on Saturday?
A: 1:30 PM.
Stay tuned for updates and follow the Warriors baseball team throughout the season!
