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Biola splits doubleheader in late-inning win

Biola splits doubleheader in late-inning win
Connor Kostecka’s walk-off double gives the Eagles the win over Point Loma.
Stephanie Guevara, Freelancer April 17, 2021

After dropping game one in the ninth inning 11-6, Biola baseball evened the series against Point Loma Nazarene University with a walk-off double 5-4 win yesterday at Eagles Diamond.  Sophomore left-handed pitcher Larson Kindreich pitched six innings and struck out three batters in the first game....

Baseball crumbles to APU

Junior catcher #9 Ben Smith in position.
The Eagles could not keep up with the steller offense of Azusa Pacific University, losing both doubleheaders.
Andi Basista, News Editor March 20, 2021

The Eagles traveled into rival territory to finish out the backend of two doubleheaders against Azusa Pacific University on Saturday afternoon. Biola lost both games to the Cougars yesterday and continued to struggle against APU’s offense today, losing both games, 3-11, 3-15. PROMISING START Game...

Baseball extends four-game winning streak

Baseball extends four-game winning streak
The Eagles remain perfect after defeating CSU San Bernardino.
Andi Basista, News Editor February 7, 2020

Eagles baseball traveled inland to take on California State University, San Bernardino in their fourth game of the season. It was a breezy game, as Biola was in control throughout all nine innings. Sophomore pitcher Larson Kindreich led BU to their 4-2 victory, striking out 12 Coyotes on 23 at bats during...

Baseball dominates doubleheader against CSU Monterey Bay

Baseball grabs two early wins against California State University, Monterey Bay.
The Eagles open their 2020 season with early 8-3 and 6-3 victory at home.
Gigi Fierro February 1, 2020

Eagles baseball opened their 2020 season with a doubleheader against California State University, Monterey Bay on Jan. 31. Biola’s energy made the afternoon fly by when BU secured the first victory over Monterey Bay, 8-3. The second game was left unfinished and resumed play on Saturday morning to complete...

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...

Men’s baseball defeats Hawaii Pacific University in close game

Men’s baseball defeats Hawaii Pacific University in close game
The Eagles beat the Sharks in a 7-6 victory.
Adam Pigott, Staff Writer April 19, 2019

The men’s baseball team now holds a three-game win streak after beating the NCAA Division II Hawaii Pacific University Sharks, 7-6. Yesterday’s game marked the beginning of the second four-game series with Hawaii Pacific. The Sharks gained the first point of the game in the second inning, but the...

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...

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...