CAMPBLEVILLE, KY. - The Blue Devils men's baseball team kicked off the 2025 season in Campbleville, Kentucky in a doubleheader showdonw with Campblesville University on Monday afternoon. The Blue Devils traveled to Campbellsville, Kentucky, and faced a challenging game against Campbellsville (KY), concluding with a final score of 4-1 in favor of the hosts in game one. 

Despite a valiant effort, the Blue Devils couldn't secure a victory in their first game of the season. Starting pitcher E. Hochendon took the mound with determination but faced tough competition against Campbellsville's lineup and strategic executions. A memorable moment came in the 6th inning when Lawrence Tech's J. Stirneman advanced to score following a series of misplays by the opposition, marked as an unearned run due to an error, a walk, and a bold stolen base.

The game also saw notable performances from the opposition, particularly G. Maloney of Campbellsville, who pitched six impressive innings. Maloney struck out seven batters and earned his second win of the season, adding to the challenges faced by the Blue Devils.

In game two, the Blue Devils came out victorius in a 4-1 victory. Leading the offensive charge for Lawrence Tech in game 2, were T. Reed, J. Burch, J. Stirneman, and B. Rogers, each contributing runs that drove the scoreboard. Particularly notable were the performances of J. Burch and B. Rogers, both of whom were crucial in bringing in runs, with Burch securing 2 RBIs and Rogers adding a noteworthy double and RBI to his statistics. J. Stirneman also made significant impacts with a double, fortifying the team's position.

The pitching for the Blue Devils was helmed by C. Dixon, whose stellar execution on the mound was pivotal in keeping the opponents at bay. The successful outing not only reflects Dixon's skill but also underscores the team's defensive strength.

With this victory, Lawrence Tech stands at a 1-1 record for the season, setting up curiosity and anticipation for their next face-off, which will take place on March 1, 2025, in Columbus, IN. The Blue Devils' strategic acumen and balanced team effort have certainly set the tone for upcoming games, promising more thrilling baseball action.