In an intense matchup at the SEC Tournament, the Ole Miss baseball team fell to Mississippi State in a heartbreaking 2-1 loss, with a walk-off home run sealing the victory for their rivals. Riley Maddox delivered a stellar performance, pitching seven scoreless innings with seven strikeouts and no walks, a career-best for the pitcher. Will Furniss contributed with a leadoff solo home run in the fifth inning, the only run for the Rebels in the game. Both Maddox and Mississippi State’s Brooks Auger kept hitters off balance for four innings before Furniss broke the deadlock. Maddox continued to stifle the Bulldogs with solid defense behind him, but a late inning home run by Connor Hujsak secured the win for Mississippi State. Despite the loss, Ole Miss showed resilience and determination throughout the game. Fans can stay updated on the Rebels by following Ole Miss baseball on social media platforms. Head coach Mike Bianco can be followed on TikTok and fans can keep up with the latest news and information on the team’s progress. Despite the setback, Ole Miss remains optimistic and determined to bounce back in future matchups.
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Athletics at the University of Mississippi – Ole Miss
