The Randolph-Macon baseball squad turned a 3-1 hole into a 4-3 victory on Sunday, rallying in the bottom of the ninth to snap a two-game skid against Penn State Harrisburg.
Right-hander Peter Philips delivered a career-high 8.2 innings, limiting the visitors to three runs on eight hits while striking out several batters, setting the stage for the comeback.
Zach Stolze contributed multiple hits and crossed the plate, providing the early spark that kept the team within striking distance.
The decisive moment arrived when pinch-hitter CJ Chatterton delivered a single that drove in the winning run, capping a rally that seemed improbable just moments earlier.
Closer Carter Schmitt sealed the win with a five-pitch walk that forced the game-ending out, sending the crowd into celebration.
A Pitcher’s Masterclass
Philips’ outing was a study in poise; after a modest first inning, he settled into a rhythm that saw him retire 12 of the next 15 batters, his fastball sitting comfortably in the mid-90s.
The performance marked a personal milestone, surpassing his previous best of 7 innings and underscoring his readiness for larger roles in the rotation.
With the win secured, Randolph-Macon now turns its attention to the upcoming Sunday matchup against the victor of the Russell Sage versus Penn State series, slated for 11:00 a.m. at Central Park’s "A" Field, where the team hopes to carry the momentum forward.