In a surprising turn of events, Liberty managed to power past No. 1 Louisiana Tech in the second game of the CUSA Tournament, handing Tech their first loss. Liberty’s pitcher Nick Moran was a standout performer, striking out six of Tech’s batters and pitching seven scoreless frames. Louisiana Tech’s pitcher Luke Nichols also had a strong performance, but Liberty’s powerful hitting put them ahead, ultimately winning the game 6-2.
Despite the loss, Louisiana Tech remains confident in their ability to bounce back. Head Coach Lane Burroughs acknowledged that Liberty outplayed them, but is optimistic about their chances moving forward. Louisiana Tech is now faced with a must-win game against Sam Houston, and the team is focused on improving their offensive performance to secure a victory.
Pitcher Luke Nichols expressed his disappointment in his own performance, but is looking ahead to a strong showing from teammate Grant Hubka. Catcher Jorge Corona emphasized the need for the offense to step up and deliver in the upcoming games.
With their backs against the wall, Louisiana Tech is determined to fight their way back through the loser’s bracket and secure a spot in the championship game. Their next game against Sam Houston is crucial, and the team is prepared to give it their all to continue their pursuit of success in the CUSA Tournament.
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