DOVER, Del. --The Delaware State Hornets had a tough showing on Tuesday, falling to the Navy Midshipmen 17-3 despite the efforts of senior Jancarlos Colon, who went 1-for-3 with a double.
Sophomore Amari Gordon (0-1) got the ball to start for Delaware State (1-11) and took the loss.
Colon led the way offensively for the Hornets, going 1-for-3 in the ballgame with a double and a walk.
HOW IT HAPPENED
The Hornets were trailing 14-0 in the fifth inning when they first put runs on the board. Delaware State's offense had a good inning, putting three runs on the scoreboard. The Hornets were unable to get any closer, as Navy added three runs to their tally on the way to a 17-3 final. The Hornets drew six walks from Navy pitching. Navy was led offensively by senior Zane Raba, who went 2-for-4 with a double and four RBI. Freshman Timmy Virtudes led the Midshipmen pitching staff, throwing three shutout innings.
Up Next...
The Hornets will return Friday, March 15Â when they host LeMoyne College for a three game series. First Pitch is scheduled for 3:00 p.m
