Box Score
BIRMINGHAM, Ala.- Alabama State secured a key victory in the 2025 Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) Baseball Championship, defeating Jackson State 5-3 in an elimination game on Friday morning at historic Rickwood Field.
The Hornets capitalized on timely hitting and solid pitching to hold off the Tigers. Right fielder Kameron Douglas sparked the offense with a solo home run in the third inning, giving Alabama State a 2-0 lead. Later in the game, Juan Cruz delivered a clutch two-run single in the seventh to break a 3-3 tie and give the Hornets a 5-3 lead.
On the mound, JSU reliever Trey Power was impressive throwing four scoreless innings in relief of starter Esaid Pena, who allowed three runs—two earned—over five innings. Power limited Jackson State to just one hit while striking out none and walking none, earning the win.
Offensively, Alabama State was led by Devin Chandler, who contributed a key triple, and Fabian Santana, who added an RBI double in the sixth inning. Isaiah Landry scored two runs, showcasing his speed and savvy on the base paths. Jackson State was led by Hederick Torres who contributed two RBIs.
About the SWAC
The Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) is considered one of the premier HBCU conferences in the country and currently ranks among the elite in the nation in terms of HBCU alumni playing with professional sports teams.
Current championship competition offered by the league includes competition for men in Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Indoor Track and Field, Outdoor Track and Field and Tennis.
Women’s competition is offered in the sports of Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Golf, Indoor Track and Field, Outdoor Track and Field, Soccer, Softball, Tennis and Volleyball.
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