SUNO Knights Narrowly Defeated by Panthers

In a closely fought HBCU Athletic Conference West Division baseball contest, the SUNO Knights were edged out by the Philander Smith University Panthers with a final score of 10-8 at Philander Smith University. Despite the loss, the Knights showcased strong individual performances, potentially hinting at promising prospects for the final game of their three-game series against the Panthers.

Among the top performers for the Knights were Damian Lantigua and Miles Bowens, both contributing significantly with home runs. Lantigua notched two hits, two RBIs, a double, and a pivotal home run, enhancing the Knights' scoring opportunities. Similarly, Bowens hit a line-drive homer to right field, driving in Brandon Watson, coinciding with his two hits and two RBIs for the game. Watson played a crucial role, securing three hits, three RBIs, and a critical double that scored another run.

The Knights' starting pitcher, Joey Olveda, faced tough competition but showed resilience throughout the game. The strategic moments and key plays seemed to keep the Knights in contention until the last inning, proving the depth of talent within the team.

Looking forward, the SUNO Knights are set to face the Philander Smith University Panthers again in the final match of their series on March 16, 2025, in Little Rock, AR. With a current record of 9-2 in HBCUAC play, the Knights are determined to leverage their learnings from this game and focus on securing a victory in the upcoming rematch.