The Bethune-Cookman Wildcats erupted for a program-record 36th win on Tuesday, routing Grambling State 23-1 in a contest that saw them build an 18-0 lead after the first three innings. The onslaught included a 10-run third frame that effectively sealed the game early.
A Milestone in the Making
The victory eclipsed the previous best of 35 wins recorded in 2002, marking a new high water mark for the program. It also follows back-to-back road triumphs over No. 19 Florida and the defending national champion LSU, highlighting the team’s rapid ascent.
Coach Jonathan Hernandez praised the collective effort, noting that the win follows a string of marquee victories over Florida and defending national champion LSU earlier in the season. "We’re building something special," Hernandez said, adding that the team is now four wins away from a 40-win campaign that would reshape expectations for Bethune-Cookman baseball.
The Wildcats have also added wins over South Florida to their résumé and remain in contention for the SWAC regular-season title, a triumph that would guarantee the No. 1 seed in the conference tournament and a coveted berth in the NCAA Tournament.
Fans and alumni are already marking calendars for the upcoming matchups against Grambling State, with another victory set to lock down the SWAC regular-season crown. If the Wildcats can string together the remaining games, a historic 40-win season looms on the horizon, promising a celebratory send-off for a program that has risen dramatically in just a few short years.