Tallahassee, FL | Florida A&M baseball will host Mississippi Valley State this weekend for a SWAC series beginning Friday at 5 PM.
Florida A&M (18-18, 12-3 SWAC) at Mississippi Valley State (10-27, 2-13 SWAC)
What: Florida A&M vs. Mississippi Valley State
Date: April 21
Location: Moore-Kittles Field
Last Outing
The Rattlers got three hits from Ty Jackson in a 17-7 loss to the No. 3 Florida Gators Tuesday. Jared Townsend started and took the loss on the mound for Florida A&M. Junior Grant Harrison was a bright spot out of the bullpen, going one shutout inning without allowing a hit, walking none, and striking out one. In addition to his three hits, Jackson had a double to lead the Rattlers. Sebastian Greico furnished a noteworthy day at the dish, going 1-for-3 with a home run, a walk, and an RBI. Ty Hanchey also chipped in for Florida A&M, putting together one hit in four trips to the plate while adding a triple and two RBI.
Hitter of the Week
Joseph Pierini earned SWAC Hitter of the Week this week. Pierini was a key contributor for the Rattlers during a weekend sweep versus Alabama A&M. He batted in 10 runs off of four hits and two doubles. Pierini managed to reach home four times and also went 2-2 stealing bases during the series.
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