The Golden Grizzlies faced the conference-leading Wright State Raiders in a crucial home series. Despite strong performances, Oakland was unable to secure a victory as they were swept by Wright State. The Raiders showcased exceptional hitting and strategic plays throughout the three games.

In the first game, Oakland led early but ultimately fell 12-5. The second contest saw high-scoring action with Wright State prevailing 24-12 after a dominant ninth inning. The third game ended in a shutout for Oakland, losing 0-5. The Grizzlies aim to bounce back in their next matchup against the University of Toledo.

Game One: Early Lead Fades Away

Oakland initially took control in the first game with a lead that extended into the fifth inning. However, Wright State's offensive prowess proved too much to handle as they capitalized on key moments to secure a 12-5 win. Despite a valiant effort from the Golden Grizzlies, timely hits and strategic plays allowed the Raiders to dominate late in the game.

The Golden Grizzlies started strongly thanks to Carter Hain's two-RBI triple in the first inning. John Lauinger and Jack Lux added to the score in the third inning with RBI singles. Tanner Ware delivered an impressive pitching performance, lasting five innings while allowing only one earned run. Unfortunately, Wright State regained momentum in the fifth inning with Luke Arnold scoring via a wild pitch. Their dominance continued into the ninth inning where they added five runs through powerful home runs from Cam Gilkerson and Arnold. Taylor Tomlin, Lauinger, and Brandon Nigh contributed significantly with multiple hits for Oakland.

Game Two & Three: High Scoring and Silence at the Plate

The second game featured a thrilling back-and-forth battle, concluding with Wright State triumphing 24-12. A pivotal tenth inning saw the Raiders explode offensively, securing their advantage decisively. In contrast, the final game witnessed Oakland's bats going silent, resulting in a 0-5 shutout loss. These contrasting outcomes highlighted the challenges faced by the Golden Grizzlies.

Game two began poorly for Oakland as they trailed 5-0 heading into the fourth inning. However, they rallied impressively, scoring four runs in the bottom half of the third inning, driven by RBI singles from Brandon Nigh and Carter Hain. Despite regaining the lead momentarily through John Lauinger's triple and Jack Lux's home run, the Raiders retook control with significant runs in the sixth and seventh innings. Ultimately, Wright State exploded in the ninth inning, adding 10 runs powered by Gus Gregory's record-breaking performance with 11 RBIs. Meanwhile, game three showcased Oakland's struggles at the plate, managing just four hits against Wright State's solid pitching. Freshman Grant Garman provided a bright spot, striking out four batters over five innings. Nevertheless, the Raiders' consistent scoring through Patrick Fultz's RBI single and Cam Gilkerson's solo homer underscored their superiority. As the Golden Grizzlies prepare for their upcoming game against Toledo, they seek to rebuild confidence and regain form.