News Summary
The Mississippi State Diamond Dawgs secured a commanding 9-3 victory over the Queens Royals, completing a three-game series sweep. Aaron Downs led the charge with two home runs, showcasing his power at the plate while the pitching staff combined for 14 strikeouts. This victory, marking the Dawgs’ third consecutive series sweep at home, elevates their season record to 11-4. With strong performances from other hitters and a solid pitching effort, fans eagerly anticipate upcoming games at the Hancock Whitney Classic.
Mississippi State Baseball Completes Series Sweep Against Queens with 9-3 Victory
In a thrilling showdown on Sunday, March 9, 2025, in Starkville, the Mississippi State Diamond Dawgs triumphed over the Queens Royals with a solid 9-3 victory, wrapping up their series perfectly. This win not only marked their third consecutive series sweep at home, but it also boosted their season record to an impressive 11-4.
Aaron Downs Shines Bright
Outfielder Aaron Downs had an *electric* performance, hitting his second consecutive game with two homers. He finished the day with a phenomenal 2-for-3 at the plate! Over the three-game stretch against Queens, Downs blasted a total of four home runs, solidifying his spot as a team leader in power hitting.
Strong Supporting Cast
But Downs wasn’t the only one contributing to this victory. Bryce Chance and Ross Highfill both went 2-for-4, showcasing their hitting skills with two singles each—making impactful contributions with Chance driving in two runs and Highfill notching one RBI. Furthermore, both Sawyer Reeves and Noah Sullivan stepped up with crucial doubles, bringing in one RBI each and keeping the pressure on the Royals throughout the game.
Pitching Powerhouse
On the mound, it was all about Karson Ligon. The starting pitcher delivered a stunning performance, tossing five shutout innings while allowing just two hits and striking out a career-high nine batters. The Bulldog pitching crew combined to rack up 14 strikeouts, keeping Queens off-balance and limiting them to only six hits across the game.
Game Highlights
Let’s break down the scoring! The game kicked off with excitement in the bottom of the first as Noah Sullivan doubled to score Ace Reese. As the game progressed, the scoring kept rolling with Aaron Downs hitting a solo home run in the second and later adding another in the third. By the end of the sixth inning, Mississippi State had built a hefty lead of 8-0. Although Queens managed to sneak in a few runs during the later innings, Mississippi State’s early dominance secured their victory.
Prior Game Performance
Just the day before, Mississippi State also brought their A-game, winning decisively 10-2 against Queens. In this matchup, Aaron Downs stood out yet again, going 3-for-3 with two home runs and an astounding five RBIs. Both Nolan Stevens and Gatlin Sanders also made vital contributions with 2-for-3 performances, demonstrating the team’s overall *offensive prowess*. On the pitching side, Ben Davis earned his first start and win of the season, allowing only one hit over six innings while striking out four batters.
Looking Ahead
Exciting times are ahead for the Diamond Dawgs, as they prepare for their upcoming games in Biloxi at the Hancock Whitney Classic. They will face Old Dominion on Tuesday at 6 p.m. and Nicholls on Wednesday at 5 p.m., both of which will be available for fans to catch live on ESPN+. Following these midweek games, the Bulldogs will kick off their SEC play at home against Texas, promising an action-packed schedule ahead!
With the Diamond Dawgs riding high and showcasing their skills, fans everywhere are buzzing with anticipation for what’s next in this electrifying baseball season!
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Additional Resources
- Hail State: Mississippi State Secures Series Over Queens 10-2
- Clarion Ledger: Mississippi State vs. Queens Live Updates
- SEC Sports: MS State Tops Queens to Sweep Series
- WTVA: MSU Baseball Beats Queens 10-2
- Wikipedia: Mississippi State Bulldogs Baseball
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