MAGNOLIA, Ark. -The Crimson Storm wrapped up their three-game series against Southern Arkansas on Saturday afternoon but were unable to avoid the sweep, falling 7-1 in Magnolia.

Southern Nazarene (4-10, 0-6 GAC) struggled to generate offense against the Muleriders pitching staff, managing just one run on seven hits in the series finale. Southern Arkansas (9-5, 5-1 GAC) struck early and steadily built its lead to secure the win.

SAU got on the board in the first inning and continued to apply pressure, adding runs in each of the first five frames to jump ahead 7-0. The Crimson Storm threatened at times but were unable to capitalize on scoring opportunities.

SNU broke through in the eighth inning when Cade Ross and Jaxon Gless delivered back-to-back singles to spark a rally. Kane Springer then drove in the Storm's lone run on a fielder's choice, cutting the deficit to 7-1.

Ross led the way offensively with two hits, while Springer recorded the team's only RBI. Josh Bay and Gless each added hits as Southern Nazarene finished with seven on the afternoon.

On the mound, the Crimson Storm used multiple pitchers throughout the game, with Luke Linville taking the loss. Relievers combined to hold Southern Arkansas scoreless over the final three innings, but the early deficit proved too much to overcome.

Next Up
The Crimson Storm will look to bounce back next week as they return home to take on Southwestern Oklahoma State on Tuesday, February, 24 at 1:00 pm.