A Ninth-Inning Miracle
The Rice Owls opened their American Conference baseball tournament campaign with a dramatic 5-4 win over Wichita State, scoring twice in the bottom of the ninth to snatch victory.
Kutter-Gage Webb sparked the comeback, launching a 407-foot homer that tied the game at 4 before the Owls could push across the decisive run.
Jacoby Devenny started the rally with a single, advanced on a bunt by Cole Green, and Lorenzo Rios sacrificed the pair to third, setting the stage for Webb’s heroics.
The winning run crossed the plate on a wild pitch by Wichita State pitcher Brady Hamilton, after Devenny’s throw to Webb and a relay to Rios resulted in a tag at home.
Earlier in the inning, the Owls had recorded an out at the plate, throwing out Anthony Cepeda who attempted to score on a double by Nolan Ganter.
What’s Next
With the victory, Rice now faces East Carolina in a double-elimination showdown, a team that boasts a potent lineup and a deep pitching rotation.
Coach and players alike emphasized the need to stay disciplined at the plate and keep the pressure on the opposition’s defense.