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On May 6, 2025, Jacksonville University Baseball experienced a challenging defeat against the highly ranked Florida State team, losing 14-2 at Dick Howser Stadium. This loss drops their season record to 27-19, highlighting ongoing struggles, particularly against ranked opponents. Despite a commendable performance from sophomore Garrett Corbett, Jacksonville was unable to overcome Florida State’s dominant offense. The Dolphins will look to rebound in their upcoming ASUN Conference series against Stetson starting on May 9, 2025.
Tallahassee, Florida – Jacksonville Baseball suffered a significant defeat on May 6, 2025, falling 14-2 to the highly ranked No. 2 Florida State team during a game at Dick Howser Stadium. This loss brings Jacksonville’s season record to 27-19.
Beginning the contest with high hopes, Jacksonville faced a formidable offense from Florida State, which has been dominant this season. Florida State’s impressive statistics include leading the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) in batting average with .323, home runs with 83, and a slugging percentage of .548.
In this matchup, Jacksonville’s pitching struggles were highlighted, especially with sophomore Garrett Corbett on the mound. Corbett started the game and ended with a pitching line of three innings pitched, allowing one run on two hits while striking out four batters. Despite a commendable effort from Corbett, he received the loss, marking his season record at 0-2.
Florida State quickly established control of the game, leading 14-0 before Jacksonville managed to score in the sixth inning. Showing resilience, the Dolphins finally capitalized on their scoring opportunity, posting two runs in that inning. Blake DeLamielleure provided a critical hit, connecting for a double that drove in one of Jacksonville’s runs. This brief offensive surge, however, did not impact the outcome of the game.
On the other hand, Florida State continues its impressive performance this season, boasting a 33-10 overall record and maintaining a strong position in the ACC standings with a 14-7 mark in conference play. Their current form indicates a well-rounded team that has successfully maintained momentum throughout the season.
Jacksonville’s struggles against ranked opponents have become apparent, as they currently hold a record of 0-7 against such teams this season. The Dolphins have now lost six consecutive games against Florida State, raising the all-time series lead in favor of Florida State to an overwhelming 137-42.
Looking ahead, Jacksonville’s next challenge will come from their in-state rival, Stetson. The Dolphins are set to engage in a crucial ASUN Conference series starting on May 9, 2025. The first game of this series will begin at 6:30 p.m. at Melching Field in DeLand, Florida, providing Jacksonville with an opportunity to improve their record and gain confidence as they prepare for the matchup.
This upcoming series holds significant importance for Jacksonville, not only in terms of conference standings but also in providing a chance to rebound from the recent defeat against Florida State. As they gear up to face Stetson, the team will need to apply lessons learned and make the necessary adjustments to secure a much-needed victory.
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