Notre Dame couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They wound up on the wrong side of a tough 18-4 walloping at the hands of the Fairfield Lions on Monday.
For Fairfield's part, Cade Miller and Wyatt Wiley were a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Miller struck out six batters over two innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits (and not a single walk). Meanwhile, Wiley tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. At bat, Miller scored three runs while going 3-for-5, while Wiley scored three runs while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Cody Frost, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in all five of his plate appearances. Blaine Fauber was another key contributor, scoring two runs while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Notre Dame will take on Glenwood at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Fairfield, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Peebles at 5:00 p.m.
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