A Ten‑Inning Thriller
The VMI Keydets and The Citadel Bulldogs met on a crisp Saturday afternoon for the second game of their Southern Conference series, the contest stretching to ten innings before a decisive finish. The Bulldogs ultimately edged the Keydets 7‑4, turning a tightly contested matchup into a memorable finish.
VMI struck first with a timely double from Ayden Schnarrs in the sixth inning, driving in two runs. Cole Raile added a run and an RBI later in the game, while Sam Dansky’s solo home run in the ninth tied the score at 4‑4 and forced the contest into extra innings.
Key Performances on the mound
For The Citadel, Michael Gibson delivered 3.1 innings of solid work, allowing just one hit and one walk while striking out six batters. Zach Hunt’s clutch double in the tenth inning drove in two runs, sealing the victory. VMI’s pitching staff featured Clark Driscoll, who worked five innings and surrendered three earned runs, and Hunter Sipe, who took the loss after giving up four earned runs over five frames.
Fitzwater’s Record‑Setting Day
Grayson Fitzwater continued to rewrite the VMI record books, extending his career walks total to 144 and setting a single‑season mark with 49 walks in 2026. His patience at the plate exemplified the Keydets’ aggressive approach, even as the team fell short of the win.
The series will conclude on Saturday at 1 p.m., giving both squads a final chance to adjust before the next conference slate. VMI hopes to translate the offensive sparks and pitching lessons into a stronger finish, while The Citadel looks to carry the momentum from a hard‑fought victory.