
Catamounts clinch series, secure No. 2 seed for SoCon championship
Western Carolina’s offense surged with solo and two‑run homers, while the pitching staff shut out the Spartans, locking in the second seed for the conference tournament.
May 17, 2026
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Western Carolina’s offense surged with solo and two‑run homers, while the pitching staff shut out the Spartans, locking in the second seed for the conference tournament.

A 7-2 defeat at Hennon Field saw the Spartans outhit by the Catamounts, with key performances from Jacob Dilley, Hunter Shuey and Jake Mueller shaping the outcome.

The Spartans close out the season with a three‑game showdown against the Catamounts, looking to end on a high note after a surge in power hitting.