Game 1: Blue Mountain 3, Bryan 2

Bryan fought until the final inning in a close Game 1 but was unable to complete the comeback. Blue Mountain University took an early 3-0 lead, scoring two runs in the second and adding another in the fourth.

The Lions responded with a two-run sixth inning, highlighted by A. Bunty's RBI single to cut the deficit to one. However, the tying run was left stranded in the final frame. S. Beard and Cal. Green each had two hits to lead Bryan's offense, while D. Hogrefe pitched a complete game, allowing three runs on six hits with three strikeouts.

Game 2: Blue Mountain 2, Bryan 0

Game 2 was another pitcher's duel, with K. Smith delivering a strong performance for Bryan in the circle. She threw six innings, allowing just two runs on six hits while striking out eight.

The game remained scoreless until the sixth inning when Blue Mountain broke through with a clutch two-run double. Bryan had chances to get on the board, collecting five hits, but couldn't push across a run. M. Lee, Cal. Green, and D. Hogrefe each recorded hits for the Lions.

Up Next:

Bryan will look to bounce back in their next matchup as they begin conference play vs. Milligan Wednesday 2/26.