BLUEFIELD, W. Va. --The Virginia State Trojans had a tough showing on Friday, falling to the Bluefield State Big Blues by final score of 11-2.

Junior Preston Branzelle (2-3) started and took the loss on the mound for Virginia State (8-11).

At the plate, the Trojans were led by sophomore Johnathan Smith, who went 1-for-3 on the day with two RBIs. Junior Samuel Young furnished a noteworthy performance at the plate as well, going 2-for-3.

HOW IT HAPPENED

Trailing 7-0, the Trojans first put runs on the board in the fifth inning. Virginia State picked up a pair of runs in the frame. The Trojans were unable to get any closer, as Bluefield State added four runs to their tally on the way to an 11-2 final.

GAME NOTES
» Virginia State's highest scoring inning was the fifth, when it pushed two runs across.
» Virginia State pitchers faced 34 Bluefield State hitters in the game, allowing four ground balls and nine fly balls while striking out three.
» Smith led the Trojans at the plate, going 1 for 3 with two RBIs.
» Bluefield State was led offensively by senior Kevin Rodriguez, who went 2 for 3 with a home run and an RBI.
» Andy Williams led the Big Blues pitching staff, throwing 2.2 scoreless innings.

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