The CU baseball team delivered a commanding performance against SJU, turning a modest early lead into a decisive win through a combination of timely hitting and shrewd baserunning.
The scoring opened in the third inning when North drove a single to third base, bringing home Gump and setting an early tone for the offense.
The fifth inning erupted with production as Fitzsimmons singled to right field, clearing the bases and driving in McMillan, Raifstanger and LeGrande, expanding CU’s advantage.
Bernardini’s walk in the same frame forced home McMillan, adding another run and showcasing patience at the plate.
Raifstanger’s sixth‑inning double down the left‑field line plated LeGrande, capping a sequence that highlighted the team’s clutch hitting.
Late‑Inning Baserunning Mastery
The eighth inning featured a flurry of advances on balks, with Washburn, North and Rice moving up and eventually Rice crossing home, underscoring the importance of disciplined play.
Overall, the game illustrated how small tactical decisions — whether a well‑timed single or a calculated advance — can accumulate into a dominant performance.