Sunday, February 27
Houston, Texas
4 p.m.
University of Houston
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vs
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UTRGV
Houston Earns Doubleheader Sweep
2/27/2022 8:04:00 PM | Baseball
Cougars run win streak to four with 3-1 win
HOUSTON – Houston designated hitter Alex Lopez delivered a go-ahead, bases-loaded RBI-single in the eighth inning, helping the Cougars to a 3-1 win and doubleheader sweep of UTRGV on Sunday night from Sanders Field at Schroeder Park.
With the game deadlocked at one, the Cougars (4-3) loaded the bases on three walks, setting the stage for Lopez's one-out bloop single into shallow center to plate the go-ahead run. One batter later, center fielder Samuel Tormos provided an RBI-single into left.
The victory was the fourth consecutive for Houston. Cougar reliever Ben Sears (2-0) earned the win, tossing the final 2.0 innings. The right-hander worked around two hits and a walk while leaving the tying run at first base in the ninth inning.
Houston starter Logan Clayton was masterful, holding UTRGV (5-2) to two hits and one run across 7.0 innings. The right-hander struck out five and allowed two walks while lowering his ERA to 3.18.
After a 16-run outburst in the doubleheader opener, Houston continued the trend in the first inning, taking advantage of Brandon Uhse and Zach Arnold walks as Rey Mendoza delivered an RBI-groundout.
The Vaqueros knotted the game in the third as Brandon Pimentel laced an RBI-double into right center, plating Bryan Sturges (hit by pitch). UTRGV starter JC Ariza limited Houston to two hits and one run across 6.0 frames.
Houston continues its seven-game homestand at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday when the Cougars face Lamar. As part of 2-Dollar Tuesday, fans can purchase $2 tickets at the box office on game day and take advantage of $2 nachos at the concession stand. Houston-themed Mardi Gras beads will also be given away while supplies last.
TICKETS ON SALE
Houston Baseball 2022 season tickets and single-game tickets from Don Sanders Field at Darryl & Lori Schroeder Park are on sale. The Cougars will host 29 more games including visits from in-state rivals Rice and Sam Houston. Season tickets start as low as $125. To purchase, click here.
DUGOUT CLUB
Fans can help support the Houston Baseball program directly by joining the Dugout Club. To find out more information about the Dugout Club, text UHBASEBALL to 71777, call Cougar Pride at (713) 743-GoUH or visit UHCougarPride.com.
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Follow Houston Baseball on Twitter and Instagram at @UHCougarBB, and "Like" Houston Cougar Baseball on Facebook.
With the game deadlocked at one, the Cougars (4-3) loaded the bases on three walks, setting the stage for Lopez's one-out bloop single into shallow center to plate the go-ahead run. One batter later, center fielder Samuel Tormos provided an RBI-single into left.
The victory was the fourth consecutive for Houston. Cougar reliever Ben Sears (2-0) earned the win, tossing the final 2.0 innings. The right-hander worked around two hits and a walk while leaving the tying run at first base in the ninth inning.
Houston starter Logan Clayton was masterful, holding UTRGV (5-2) to two hits and one run across 7.0 innings. The right-hander struck out five and allowed two walks while lowering his ERA to 3.18.
After a 16-run outburst in the doubleheader opener, Houston continued the trend in the first inning, taking advantage of Brandon Uhse and Zach Arnold walks as Rey Mendoza delivered an RBI-groundout.
The Vaqueros knotted the game in the third as Brandon Pimentel laced an RBI-double into right center, plating Bryan Sturges (hit by pitch). UTRGV starter JC Ariza limited Houston to two hits and one run across 6.0 frames.
Houston continues its seven-game homestand at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday when the Cougars face Lamar. As part of 2-Dollar Tuesday, fans can purchase $2 tickets at the box office on game day and take advantage of $2 nachos at the concession stand. Houston-themed Mardi Gras beads will also be given away while supplies last.
TICKETS ON SALE
Houston Baseball 2022 season tickets and single-game tickets from Don Sanders Field at Darryl & Lori Schroeder Park are on sale. The Cougars will host 29 more games including visits from in-state rivals Rice and Sam Houston. Season tickets start as low as $125. To purchase, click here.
DUGOUT CLUB
Fans can help support the Houston Baseball program directly by joining the Dugout Club. To find out more information about the Dugout Club, text UHBASEBALL to 71777, call Cougar Pride at (713) 743-GoUH or visit UHCougarPride.com.
STAY CONNECTED
Follow Houston Baseball on Twitter and Instagram at @UHCougarBB, and "Like" Houston Cougar Baseball on Facebook.