Tyler Large led the charge, going 3-for-4 with a home run, three RBIs, and three runs scored. His big day started off in the bottom of the first inning with a three-run blast to left field that gave WIU the lead right away. Liam Bushey also made a huge impact, collecting three hits and driving in two runs. The Leathernecks consistently found ways to produce runs, with contributions coming from throughout the lineup. Matt Olive, Krayton Morse, and Brock Lummus chipped in with multi-hit performances, keeping the pressure on Southern Indiana's pitching staff.

After a few scoreless innings, the Leathernecks exploded again in the fifth, pushing across four more runs. They didn't stop there, adding two more in the sixth before breaking it wide open in the seventh with another four-run frame. By the time the game reached the later innings, WIU had completely taken control.

While the offense stole the show, the Leathernecks' pitching staff held firm. They limited Southern Indiana to just five runs on eight hits, striking out six batters and walking only four. The defense backed them up as well, playing a clean game with no errors while turning a key double play in the sixth inning. Starter Max Tripure picked up the win, pitching 7 innings while only allowing four hits giving up 2 runs and striking out 2 batters.

With the win, WIU improves to 6-12 on the season and 1-0 in Ohio Valley Conference play. The Leathernecks will be back in action tomorrow afternoon for game two of the three game series with Southern Indiana. First pitch is scheduled for 1 p.m.