Baseball Recap: Marquette Triumphs

While Marquette's win against Superior Central wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Redmen had just enough and edged out the Cougars 11-9. The victory continues a trend for the Redmen in their matchups with the Cougars: they've now won four in a row.

Desmond Gleason

Runs

04/20/26 vs Superior Central	3
05/18/26 @ Superior Central	2
05/18/26 @ Superior Central	2
05/01/26 vs Negaunee	1
04/23/26 vs Wright	1
+ 4 more games

Desmond Gleason made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Gleason was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with two runs and one RBI. Marquette is undefeated when Gleason posts two or more runs, but 3-11 otherwise.

In other pitching news, Jonas Snapp looked comfortable as he struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive appearances.

Back at the plate, the team relied heavily on Easton Jezewski, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with three RBI and two runs. That's the most runs he has posted since back in April. Another player making a difference was Wes Robinson, who went 3-for-5 with two stolen bases, one run, and one double.

Marquette always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .513. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Superior Central only posted an OBP of .357.

Marquette's record now sits at 6-11. As for Superior Central, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost nine of their last 12 games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-12 record this season.

Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Marquette will host Menominee at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Superior Central, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against North Central at 4:00 p.m. The Jets have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 11.8 runs per game on average), something the Cougars will no doubt try to take advantage of.