Grace Earns Doubleheader Split On Big Day For Team
April 21, 2023 at 9:13 p.m.
Grace Earns Doubleheader Split On Big Day For Team
By Adam Basinger-
Every game counts coming down the stretch in order to land a spot in the conference tournament. Grace was able to keep pace with the teams in close proximity, earning an important split on the road.
The Cougars scored first with a run in the opening frame. The Lancers responded with a pair of runs in their next at-bat to jump ahead 2-1.
Sam Newkirk led off the inning with a single as the visitors later loaded the bases with one out. Gavin Kelley came up clutch to drive in two runs with an RBI single to score Newkirk and Josh Cosme.
Grace held the lead until the fourth until USF tied the ballgame with a home run. An inning later the Cougars tacked on another run to take the lead 3-2.
In the seventh, Sean Gannon garnered a bases loaded walk to bring home the tying run, but the stalemate was short-lived as the home team plated two runs after the seventh inning stretch.
Grace used the long ball to seize momentum and retake the lead late in the game. Cosme launched a leadoff home run to draw within a run. Austin Carr followed with a double to get into scoring position. Kelley, who already had 2 RBIs in the game, belted the second home run of the inning to push ahead 6-5.
Hunter Schumacher came on in relief to nail down the two-inning save. Having already secured the career saves mark earlier this season, he etched his name atop another category. This time for single season saves.
Austin Carr had three hits, two of them doubles, and a run scored. Kelley went 2 for 4 with 4 RBIs and the go-ahead home run.
The Cougars regrouped after dropping the opener to win game two 11-1. USF scored a crooked number in the second inning to take a commanding 6-0 lead.
Grace’s hitters were kept in check for most of the game with the lone run touching home on Carr’s RBI single in the fourth.
USF added five more runs over the final three innings to put the game out of reach.
Jeff Pawlik reached base twice via walk and scored Grace’s run. Cosme smacked an extra base hit in the fifth, but was unable to come around to score. The pitching staff combined for eight strikeouts.
The Lancers will conclude their series with the Cougars on Saturday when they travel back to Ft. Wayne to complete the four game series. First pitch is slated for 1 p.m.
Groundbreaking Ceremony Enjoyed For Tom Roy - UPI Park
WINONA LAKE – The newest upgrade for Grace College’s athletic facilities enjoyed a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday.
Grace celebrated the upcoming Tom Roy - UPI Park during a ceremony at the Lancers’ baseball field. The renovations will take place this summer, including a new backstop, netting system and team dugouts. Groundwork will also be laid for future phases of the project.
The stadium will be named after Tom Roy, a former head coach for the Lancers and founder of Unlimited Potential, Inc. UPI is an international, 42-year-old organization that ministers to professional baseball players.
During Thursday’s ceremony, Grace set aside time for prayer and dedication of the facility. Several speakers offered praise for Roy’s legacy of ministry and discipleship through the sport of baseball.
Roy also threw out a ceremonial pitch to current Lancer pitcher Evan Etchison to highlight the groundbreaking festivities.
The event was well attended by Grace staff, faculty, trustees, students and community members.
The baseball building project has multiple phases with funding currently past the first phase. To help Grace reach all of its fundraising goals, visit www.gclancers.com/baseballproject.
Every game counts coming down the stretch in order to land a spot in the conference tournament. Grace was able to keep pace with the teams in close proximity, earning an important split on the road.
The Cougars scored first with a run in the opening frame. The Lancers responded with a pair of runs in their next at-bat to jump ahead 2-1.
Sam Newkirk led off the inning with a single as the visitors later loaded the bases with one out. Gavin Kelley came up clutch to drive in two runs with an RBI single to score Newkirk and Josh Cosme.
Grace held the lead until the fourth until USF tied the ballgame with a home run. An inning later the Cougars tacked on another run to take the lead 3-2.
In the seventh, Sean Gannon garnered a bases loaded walk to bring home the tying run, but the stalemate was short-lived as the home team plated two runs after the seventh inning stretch.
Grace used the long ball to seize momentum and retake the lead late in the game. Cosme launched a leadoff home run to draw within a run. Austin Carr followed with a double to get into scoring position. Kelley, who already had 2 RBIs in the game, belted the second home run of the inning to push ahead 6-5.
Hunter Schumacher came on in relief to nail down the two-inning save. Having already secured the career saves mark earlier this season, he etched his name atop another category. This time for single season saves.
Austin Carr had three hits, two of them doubles, and a run scored. Kelley went 2 for 4 with 4 RBIs and the go-ahead home run.
The Cougars regrouped after dropping the opener to win game two 11-1. USF scored a crooked number in the second inning to take a commanding 6-0 lead.
Grace’s hitters were kept in check for most of the game with the lone run touching home on Carr’s RBI single in the fourth.
USF added five more runs over the final three innings to put the game out of reach.
Jeff Pawlik reached base twice via walk and scored Grace’s run. Cosme smacked an extra base hit in the fifth, but was unable to come around to score. The pitching staff combined for eight strikeouts.
The Lancers will conclude their series with the Cougars on Saturday when they travel back to Ft. Wayne to complete the four game series. First pitch is slated for 1 p.m.
Groundbreaking Ceremony Enjoyed For Tom Roy - UPI Park
WINONA LAKE – The newest upgrade for Grace College’s athletic facilities enjoyed a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday.
Grace celebrated the upcoming Tom Roy - UPI Park during a ceremony at the Lancers’ baseball field. The renovations will take place this summer, including a new backstop, netting system and team dugouts. Groundwork will also be laid for future phases of the project.
The stadium will be named after Tom Roy, a former head coach for the Lancers and founder of Unlimited Potential, Inc. UPI is an international, 42-year-old organization that ministers to professional baseball players.
During Thursday’s ceremony, Grace set aside time for prayer and dedication of the facility. Several speakers offered praise for Roy’s legacy of ministry and discipleship through the sport of baseball.
Roy also threw out a ceremonial pitch to current Lancer pitcher Evan Etchison to highlight the groundbreaking festivities.
The event was well attended by Grace staff, faculty, trustees, students and community members.
The baseball building project has multiple phases with funding currently past the first phase. To help Grace reach all of its fundraising goals, visit www.gclancers.com/baseballproject.
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