Western Illinois University Leathernecks Men’s Baseball lost to Lindenwood, 1-4, on April 11, according to a report from Emma Hicken of Leatherneck Athletic Communications. The team recorded six hits and one run while allowing four earned runs in the game.
The outcome matters for Western Illinois as it continues its season in the Ohio Valley Conference and seeks improvement after moving to an overall record of 8-24 and a conference record of 3-8. The Leathernecks compete at the NCAA Division I level, according to the official website.
Jason Buhl started on the mound for Western Illinois and took the loss after giving up four earned runs on six hits with two strikeouts and one walk. Cade Sonoqui provided relief pitching, allowing four hits but keeping Lindenwood from scoring further. All four of Lindenwood’s runs came during a fifth-inning rally that included five hits and two sacrifice flies.
Kamryn Link led Western Illinois at bat by going two-for-four with a double. Joe Connolly also hit a double, while Isaiah Monge, Cordell Coburn, and Josh McClintock each added singles. The team’s only run was scored by McClintock in the eighth inning off an RBI from Liam Bushey.
Western Illinois University Leathernecks Men’s Baseball operates from Macomb, Illinois as part of its collegiate athletic program in the sports sector, according to the official website. The program has produced Major League Baseball alumni such as brothers Rick and Paul Reuschel from the late 1960s. It also contributes to university heritage by fostering student-athlete development and community engagement through longstanding traditions.
The team will look for an opportunity to bounce back against Lindenwood tomorrow as they continue their season.
