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Ole Miss baseball showcased its offensive strength with an 11-5 victory against UT Martin, highlighted by four home runs and standout performances by Mitchell Sanford and Campbell Smithwick. The Rebels established an early lead and maintained momentum throughout, securing a solid win as they prepare for an important series against Auburn.
Oxford, Mississippi – Ole Miss baseball asserted its dominance over UT Martin on Tuesday, claiming an 11-5 victory in a compelling game that showcased the Rebels’ offensive power. The team jumped to an early lead, scoring seven runs within the first three innings, setting the tone for the match.
The Rebels recorded a total of 12 hits, which included an impressive four home runs. Leading the charge was left fielder Mitchell Sanford, who delivered a standout performance with two home runs and three RBIs on a 2-for-4 batting line. Other notable contributors included Campbell Smithwick, who had an exceptional day at the plate going 4-for-4 with a double and a walk, and Ethan Surowiec, who launched a three-run homer during his first career start.
Sanford set the scoring in motion with a solo home run in the bottom of the first inning, gaining an early 1-0 advantage for the Rebels. The momentum continued as Surowiec’s homer and Sanford’s two-run shot extended the lead to 5-0. In the third inning, Will Furniss added another run with a towering solo home run, bringing Ole Miss’s lead to 6-0.
Although UT Martin fought back, scoring four runs – two each in the fourth and sixth innings – Ole Miss responded effectively. In the sixth inning, Judd Utermark scored on a ground ball, further solidifying the Rebels’ lead. Utermark later crossed the plate again in the eighth inning, thanks to a double by Isaac Humphrey.
The game wrapped up with pitcher Alex Canney sealing the victory; despite one run from UT Martin in the ninth, he secured the win with a strikeout. On the mound, starting pitcher Cade Townsend pitched four solid innings, allowing two runs on three hits. Relief pitcher Gunnar Dennis earned the win, throwing one inning without permitting any baserunners and securing two strikeouts.
This victory sets up Ole Miss for a crucial series against Auburn, which will be the team’s final series of the regular season. The Rebels will look to build on their recent success and continue their push as they prepare for the upcoming challenge.
As the team heads into the series against Auburn, the collected momentum from the game against UT Martin will be a vital factor in their performance. Coaches and players alike will be focusing on maintaining the offensive energy and defensive cohesion that brought them success in this match.
Ole Miss baseball has demonstrated consistent improvement throughout the season and is aiming to conclude the regular season on a high note, enhancing their position ahead of the postseason. With key players like Sanford and Smithwick stepping up, the team appears poised to make a strong impact in the final series.
The upcoming games against Auburn will be crucial, not only for positioning in the Southeastern Conference but also for building confidence as the Rebels eye a strong performance in the playoffs.
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