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Baseball beats Hilo in thrilling fashion

Baseball beats Hilo in thrilling fashion
The Eagles fought their way to victory over the Vulcans late in the ninth.
Ashley Grams, Deputy News Editor May 2, 2019

Biola baseball played their second of a four-game series on Thursday afternoon at Eagles Diamond against Hawaii Hilo University. The Eagles and the Vulcans went back and forth scoring runs until the ninth inning when an RBI from sophomore shortstop Connor Kostecka sealed the win, 9-8. “I told myself...

Baseball flexes dominant hitters over Hilo

Baseball flexes dominant hitters over Hilo
Home runs come from three Eagles in game one at home.
Ashley Grams, Deputy News Editor May 1, 2019

Biola baseball kicked off a four-game series against Hawaii Hilo University Wednesday afternoon at 3 p.m. The Eagles showed depth in their hitting lineup, with three home runs from three different players in a 7-3 win. ALL TIED UP The game began scoreless in the first inning, but quickly turned competitive...

Baseball wins big in game two against Concordia University

Baseball wins big in game two against Concordia University
The Eagles split their second doubleheader against the CUI Eagles.
Andi Basista, News Editor April 28, 2019

Baseball returned to Irvine, California to take on the Concordia University Eagles in yet another doubleheader on Saturday afternoon. The day started out slow for both teams. CUI walked away with the first win, only scoring one run in total. The Biola Eagles were unable to score any runs at all, losing...

Baseball pulls off another win against Hawaii Pacific

Baseball pulls off another win against Hawaii Pacific
The Eagles round out a four-game series against HPU on top, 3-1.
Andi Basista, News Editor April 21, 2019

The Eagles took to the diamond on Saturday afternoon in their fourth game against Hawaii Pacific University this week. After losing to the Sharks just one day prior, the Eagles came ready to fight. It was a back and forth battle, but Biola pulled off the victory, 9-6. It was a slow start for both...

Baseball picks up series win

Baseball picks up series win
Eagles cruise to 7-2 victory over Academy of Art.
April 14, 2019

Biola wrapped up their four-game home series against Academy of Art University on Saturday. Led by home runs from senior left fielder Jerron Largusa and sophomore second baseman RobertAnthony Cruz, the Eagles claimed a 7-2 victory to win the series 3-1. Read more at Biola Athletics

Baseball splits home doubleheader

Baseball splits home doubleheader
Eagles fall in game one but claim game two of the day against Academy of Art.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor April 12, 2019

Biola picked up play for the second straight day at home with a doubleheader against Academy of Art University. Despite a late rally, the Eagles fell 9-8 in game one, but bounced back for an 8-5 victory in game two. NAILBITER The Urban Knights got the scoring started early with six runs in the first...

Baseball splits doubleheader

Baseball splits doubleheader
Biola tops Fresno Pacific University in game one but falls short in the second.
Andi Basista, News Editor April 6, 2019

The Eagles geared up to face Fresno Pacific University at Eagles Diamond on Friday afternoon to compete in their first doubleheader against the Sunbirds. Biola walked away 11-5 in the first game of the day, but took a tough loss in the second, 9-11. EVERYTHING EAGLES The game started out rusty for...

Baseball drops series at Azusa Pacific

Baseball drops series at Azusa Pacific
Eagles offense explodes in game one, but loses steam in game two loss.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor March 30, 2019

Baseball faced off against rival Azusa Pacific University for the second doubleheader in as many days on Saturday. Following two losses on Friday, the Eagles won today’s first game 17-15 but fell short 7-4 in the second contest. IMPRESSIVE OFFENSE In game one, the Eagles recorded their best inning...

Baseball splits doubleheader at HPU

Baseball splits doubleheader at HPU
Eagles pick up a win, but lose the nightcap against Hawaii Pacific.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor February 26, 2019

Baseball returned to action at Hawaii Pacific University on Monday in their second doubleheader against the Sharks in three days. The Eagles split this twinbill, picking up a 10-6 win in the first game, but falling 4-0 in the second to lose the four-game series. BATES BRINGS THE BATS Biola got off...

Bullpen struggles late in baseball’s two losses

Bullpen struggles late in baseball’s two losses
The Eagles started their Hawaii trip by getting swept in a doubleheader against HPU.
Austin Green, Managing Editor February 24, 2019

Biola baseball started its annual trip to Hawaii with a doubleheader against Hawaii Pacific University on Saturday. The Eagles struck first in both games but eventually succumbed to HPU, losing 6-1 in the first game and 7-5 in the nightcap. BATS FALL QUIET The Eagles drew first blood in game one when...

Baseball wins rain-shortened game

Baseball wins rain-shortened game
Eagles post 10 runs in less than six innings for win over San Diego Christian.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor February 18, 2019

Biola took on San Diego Christian College at Eagles Diamond on Monday for their second home game against the Hawks in three days. The Eagles jumped on top early, then notched five runs in the sixth inning before the game was called in the middle of the inning due to rain. The final score of the shortened...

Baseball brings the bats at Vanguard

Baseball brings the bats at Vanguard
The Eagles’ offensive explosion helps them to the first win of the season.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor February 12, 2019

Baseball traveled to Vanguard University on Tuesday, looking to pick up their first victory of the year against their old conference rivals. The Eagles did just that, erupting on offense in an 11-5 victory over the Lions. After scoring no runs in their first game, Biola’s offense finally came alive,...