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Jacksonville University Baseball faced a challenging defeat against Stetson, losing 6-5 after a promising start with five runs in the second inning. Despite the early lead, the Dolphins struggled to capitalize on opportunities, leaving 10 runners on base. With an overall record of 27-22, the team now looks ahead to a crucial series against UNF, hoping to regroup and build momentum as they approach the ASUN tournament.
Jacksonville – Jacksonville University Baseball experienced a challenging defeat against the Stetson Hatters on May 11, 2025, losing the game by a score of 6-5. The loss marked another frustrating outcome for the Dolphins, who struggled to capitalize on opportunities throughout the match, leaving a total of 10 runners on base.
In a promising start, the Dolphins scored five runs in the second inning, establishing an early lead. This offensive burst commenced with a bases-loaded RBI single by Sammy Mummau, followed by an impactful hit from Cade Hentz that pushed the lead to 3-0. The inning concluded with a sacrifice fly and an RBI base hit from Steidl, bringing Jacksonville’s lead to 5-0. However, the Hatters responded strongly, mounting a comeback that ultimately sealed the Dolphins’ fate.
Jacksonville’s pitching featured Alex Walsh, who threw for 4.2 innings, with Garrett Corbett, Blake Barquin, and Alex Cordero also contributing from the bullpen. Despite the initial lead, the team’s defense and pitching could not maintain the advantage, allowing Stetson to rally back successfully in the later innings.
This loss followed a previous defeat against Stetson just the day before, where Jacksonville fell 10-3 on May 10. Earlier in the series, on May 9, the Dolphins had led at one point during the game, owning a 4-3 advantage, before succumbing to a narrow 5-4 loss.
As the season progresses, Jacksonville University holds an overall record of 27-22 and 16-11 in ASUN conference play, while Stetson currently leads the conference standings with a record of 23-4. Both Jacksonville and the University of North Florida (UNF) have secured spots in the upcoming ASUN baseball tournament, taking place from May 20-25 in DeLand, Florida. UNF’s record stands at 25-26 overall and 13-14 in conference play.
Looking ahead, the River City Rumble series between JU and UNF is eagerly anticipated, with the teams set to face off in their 100th matchup. Scheduled games in this rivalry will occur on May 15 and May 16 at 7 PM, alongside a final game on May 17 at 1 PM. Despite these games not significantly impacting tournament seedings, they are expected to attract considerable audience engagement.
Highlighting individual performances, Jaden Bastian is notable for his contributions earlier in the season, having hit two home runs in a game on May 9 and leading the team with a total of 10 home runs. Meanwhile, three players from Jacksonville – Conner Moore, Cade Bush, and Seth Alford – are having notable seasons, with Moore maintaining a 12-game hitting streak.
The Jacksonville Dolphins will need to regroup as they prepare for their critical upcoming games against UNF, aiming to build momentum heading into the ASUN tournament. With strong individual performances and a committed team approach, the Dolphins hope to turn their recent setbacks into opportunities for success.
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