News Summary
San Antonio is set for an action-packed college baseball weekend as the UTSA Roadrunners host the Memphis Tigers for an American Athletic Conference series. The series runs from April 25 to April 27, with games broadcast live on ESPN+. The Roadrunners boast an impressive 30-10 record, while the Tigers aim to improve their 16-24 standing. With standout players and thrilling performances, this weekend promises to be a must-see for baseball fans.
Exciting Baseball Weekend Set in San Antonio!
San Antonio, get ready for some thrilling college baseball action! The UTSA Roadrunners are preparing to take on the Memphis Tigers in what promises to be an electrifying American Athletic Conference (AAC) series. The games will kick off at 6 p.m. on Friday, April 25, 2025, and continue through the weekend at the beautiful Roadrunner Field.
Series Schedule
The fun doesn’t stop on Friday! Mark your calendars for the rest of the series—the action carries on with a 4 p.m. game on Saturday, April 26, and wraps up with a noon showdown on Sunday, April 27. Fans will not want to miss a moment, as these games will be broadcast live on ESPN+, featuring the dynamic duo of commentators Karl Schoening and Mike Capps.
Team Take on the Matchup
The Roadrunners are coming into this series riding high with an impressive record of 30 wins and 10 losses, and a strong 12-3 conference play standing. In contrast, the Memphis Tigers are looking to improve their season with a record of 16-24 and a 4-11 in the AAC. UTSA has an edge going into this matchup, already leading the series with 2 wins out of 3 games from last season.
Pitcher Highlights
Looking ahead to the pitching lineup, the Roadrunners are set to showcase some fantastic talent on the mound. Zach Royse will kick off the series, boasting five wins, 53 strikeouts, and 55.1 innings pitched this season. On Saturday, Braylon Owens is ready for his 11th start, showing off his skills with 51 innings pitched and 53 strikeouts. The series finale will feature Conor Myles, who has a solid record of 44 strikeouts in 44.2 innings.
Recent Performances and Records
Just last week, the Roadrunners won their fifth conference series against Tulane, setting a season record with an astounding 25 runs in the third game. Sunday games have been a strong point for UTSA, with an impressive 8-1 record this year. They only experienced a loss on a Sunday against a ranked team, Dallas Baptist.
UTSA’s offense has been sizzling hot, recently achieving a historic home run cycle during a game against Tulane on April 19. The outfield trio of Drew Detlefsen, Mason Lytle, and Taussig has made a significant impact with a combined .355 batting average and 142 RBIs, which represent an impressive 43.7% of the team’s total.
Detlefsen stands out nationally, currently tied for sixth with 59 RBIs and averaging 1.48 RBIs per game. Freshman sensation Jordan Ballin has been a revelation, boasting an on-base percentage of .558, the fifth highest in Division I baseball!
AAC Player of the Week
Adding to the excitement, senior infielder Norris McClure was recently honored with the title of AAC Player of the Week. His exceptional performance has put him among the leaders in several statistical categories within the conference.
Overall Team Performance
As a unit, the Roadrunners lead the AAC in several impressive categories, including batting average (.325), runs (352), hits (440), and total bases (678). On the pitching side, the staff boasts a strong strikeout-to-walk ratio of 2.75, placing them 15th nationally. With an outstanding home record of 19-2, they have been dominant at Roadrunner Field.
Coach Milestone
Celebrations are in order as Head Coach Pat Hallmark recently achieved his 150th career win. Since taking over in 2020, he has a commendable record of 19-21 against ranked teams.
Upcoming Games
This weekend marks what’s sure to be an unforgettable series and the second-to-last home series for the Roadrunners in the 2025 season. Don’t forget, after facing off against Memphis, the team will head over to play Texas State on April 29.
So, whether you’re a die-hard baseball fan or just looking for an exciting weekend, make your way to Roadrunner Field to cheer on the team. Let’s show the Roadrunners that San Antonio has their back!
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Additional Resources
- UTSA Roadrunners News
- Wikipedia: College Baseball
- Memphis Tigers News
- Google Search: UTSA baseball
- Wichita State Shockers News
- Encyclopedia Britannica: American Athletic Conference
- East Carolina Pirates News
- Google News: Memphis Tigers baseball
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