Newberry College Athletics Struggles and Triumphs in Recent Games

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Newberry College athletics experienced a rollercoaster of emotions with mixed results in baseball, lacrosse, and tennis. The baseball team faced defeats against Catawba but celebrated a comeback win against USC Aiken. Meanwhile, the women’s tennis team triumphed over Lenoir-Rhyne, while the men’s team struggled. The women’s lacrosse team dominated Catawba with a strong performance, and the Acrobatics & Tumbling team demonstrated skill in a dual meet. Overall, Newberry’s athletic teams show resilience as they continue their quest for success this season.

Newberry College Athletics Faces Mixed Results in Recent Competitions Across Baseball, Lacrosse, and Tennis

In the charming town of Newberry, the excitement of college athletics brings both ups and downs, with recent events showcasing a mix of triumphs and challenges across several sports like baseball, lacrosse, and tennis.

Baseball Blues Against Catawba

The Newberry College baseball team ended up on the wrong side of both matchups against Catawba, suffering defeats with scores of 10-1 and 5-3. In the first game, it was a tough night for the Wolves as freshman pitcher Chansen Cole showed promise by allowing only two earned runs on five hits across six innings, racking up six strikeouts. Despite his solid performance, Catawba managed to extend a close lead by scoring three runs during the later innings, proving to be too much for Newberry to handle.

Newberry’s offense saw some bright spots, with Jesse Free notching two hits and Josh Bandry contributing the team’s only run with an RBI triple in the second inning. Bryson Nuckols was a standout player, landing three hits, including two doubles, while Kade Faircloth brought Nuckols home with a sacrifice fly in the first inning. Cooper Gentry also added to the run tally with a single in the fifth.

After these losses, Newberry’s season record sits at 15-16 overall and 5-13 in the conference. Looking ahead, the Wolves will aim to bounce back in their upcoming series against Coker starting on March 28 at 6:00 p.m. at the Smith Road Complex.

Baseball Comeback Against USC Aiken

5-2. It was a slow start, with Newberry scoreless for the first five innings. However, they lit up the scoreboard with three runs in the sixth inning, highlighted by key performances from Wilson Wages, Cooper Gentry, and Luke White. Gentry particularly shined, hitting 3-for-4 in the game with a run and an RBI. Pitcher Hunter French kicked things off and gave a solid showing, allowing one earned run and striking out one in three innings. Wyatt Carey played a crucial role in relief, securing the win with four innings of work.

Women’s Tennis Triumphs

Meanwhile, the women’s tennis team celebrated a strong victory against Lenoir-Rhyne, ending with a score of 4-2. The doubles pair of Emma Arnal and Renee Dorval showcased teamwork and resilience, winning their match 6-4 to contribute to the overall win. Newberry’s singles players stepped up big time, with Lina Sarhan dominating her match against Nellie Wahlberg with a decisive score of 6-0, 7-5. Margarita Roshka, Renee Dorval, and Hazel Vernon joined Sarhan in claiming crucial victories in singles play.

Men’s Tennis Struggles

In contrast, it was a tougher day for the men’s tennis team, which fell to Lenoir-Rhyne with a score of 1-4. James Vincent was the lone victor for Newberry, winning his match 6-4, 6-3. Unfortunately, the team struggled overall in doubles play, and several matches were left unfinished.

Women’s Lacrosse Dominate Catawba

On a high note, the Newberry College women’s lacrosse team crushed Catawba with a score of 19-6 after their previous narrow loss to Wingate. Star player Emma Jobs shone brightly, netting an impressive seven goals along with two assists. Fellow teammate Serena Elias also starred with five goals and an assist. Dakota Beasley and Mackenzie Watson each scored two goals, helping the team maintain a commanding lead throughout the game. Newberry outshot Catawba a staggering 41-17 overall, leading to a solid 7-3 record and 4-1 in SAC play. They are set to face Limestone University on March 29.

Acrobatics & Tumbling Success

The Newberry College Acrobatics & Tumbling team also demonstrated their prowess, scoring 98.800 at a dual meet against Francis Marion. Their strong performance in the Pyramid event, along with impressive scores in Inversion and Open heats, showcased their precision and teamwork. Looking ahead, the team will host their final home tri-meet on March 28, promising another exciting day of competition.

With a mix of wins and losses, the Newberry College athletic teams are displaying grit and determination as they continue their seasons. Fans can look forward to what’s next as these talented athletes strive for greatness!

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• Newberry Observer: Newberry College Tennis Wrap Up
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• Newberry Observer: Wolves Baseball Drop Pair of Games at No. 14 Catawba
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