MISENHEIMER, N.C. (March 13, 2024) -- The 15-th ranked Lynchbur gHornests use d abig second inning in a 23-1 seven-inning win over Pfeiffer University on Wednesday afternoon at Joe Ferebee Field

Pfeiffer sophomore Badin Gusa was one of the few bright spots forthe Falcons as he was 1-for-1 from the plate and also drew a walk.

Freshman pitcher Dylan Dula (0-1) started and absorbed the loss on the mound for Pfeiffer (6-5). Senior Jordan Byrd was a bright spot out of the bullpen, tossing one shutout inning without allowing a hit.

HOW IT HAPPENED

After going up 1-0 in the first inning, the visiting Hornets exploded for 15 runs in the second inning and never looked back.  All told, Lynchburg sent 19 batters to the plate in the inning.

GAME NOTES

» Pfeiffer's pushed a run across in the seventh on a Hornet throwing error.
» Pfeiffer pitchers faced 48 Lynchburg hitters in the game, allowing seven ground balls and 10 fly balls while striking out two.
» The Falcons drew five walks from Lynchburg pitching.
» Lynchburg was led offensively by Gavin Collins, who went 3-for-4 with two home runs and six RBI.
» Josh Gjormand led the Hornets pitching staff, throwing five scoreless innings.

Up Next
Pfeiffer will begin USA South play against the defending champions in N.C. Wesleyan.  First pitch on Friday, March 15 is scheduled for 6:00 p.m.