Redbirds Prevail in Pitcher’s Duel Against Valparaiso
VALPARAISO, Ind. - Pitching on both sides was the story as Illinois State picked up a 2-1 victory over Valparaiso on Friday at Emory G. Bauer Field.
Senior Tresdon Rybarczyk fired two innings in relief without allowing an earned run for the Redbirds (13-15 overall, 5-2 MVC).
Senior Judah Morris had a home run and an RBI as the Birds mustered seven hits against the Beacons (7-18 overall, 2-5 MVC).
Top Hitters:
- Judah Morris: 1-for-4, HR, RBI
- Luke Stulga: 1-for-3, RBI
- Noah Smith: 2-for-4, SB
Pitching Breakdown:
- Thomas Harper: 6.0 IP, 1 H, 0 ER, 4 BB, 4 K's
- Matthew Donnison (W, 2-1): 1.0 IP, 1 H, 1 ER, 1 BB, 1 K
- Tresdon Rybarczyk (S, 1): 2.0 IP, 0 H, 0 ER
Scoring Breakdown:
- The Redbirds broke open the scoring in the top of the 7th off an RBI single from Luke Stulga
- The Beacons responded with a solo home run in the bottom of the 7th to tie it at 1-1
- In the top of the 8th, ILS saw the lead shift their way with a solo shot from Judah Morris
INSIDE THE BOX SCORE
- Daniel Pacella extended his on-base streak in 2025 to 20 straight games
- Judah Morris has reached base in 25 straight games
- Judah Morris recorded his 10th home run of the season
- When playing in Valparaiso, the Birds are 4-4 under Steve Holm.
UP NEXT
Illinois State is scheduled to play at Valparaiso Saturday (1 PM) and Sunday (1 PM) from Emory G. Bauer Field.
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