West Chester University’s baseball squad opened its NCAA Super Regional series with a commanding 7‑2 victory over Millersville, a win that placed the Golden Rams one step closer to a berth in the Division II College World Series in Cary, North Carolina.
A Pitcher’s Dominance
Julian Costa delivered a masterclass on the mound, logging seven innings of shutout baseball that carried a no‑hit bid deep into the seventh. The outing marked Costa’s program‑record 12th win of the season and highlighted his role as the team’s ace.
The Golden Rams struck first, plating four runs in the opening inning. Austin Stalker’s three‑run home run ignited the rally, while Carter Rust and several teammates added timely hits that kept Millersville’s pitchers on the back foot.
West Chester’s offense continued to roll, adding an RBI double from Christian Michak and an RBI single by Landen Rozich in the third frame. Drew Simpson also contributed an RBI single in the first inning and later bolstered the staff with two solid relief outings, preserving the lead.
Looking Ahead
With the win, the Golden Rams improve to 24‑1 when scoring in the first inning and 35‑1 when posting at least six runs, statistics that reflect a team that thrives on early aggression. The next victory will send them to Cary, where they hope to translate this momentum into a national championship run.