By Emma Hicken, Leatherneck Athletic Communications
MACOMB, Ill.- Western Illinois baseball closed out its weekend series at Southern Indiana on Sunday afternoon, falling 12-0 in seven innings at USI Baseball Field.
The Leathernecks were held to four hits, with Isaiah Monge leading the way with a pair of singles. Joe Connolly and Gage Hoover each added a hit, while Liam Bushey reached base twice with a pair of walks.
Southern Indiana broke things open early, capitalizing on a run in the second before five runs in the third inning created separation. The Screaming Eagles added single runs in the fifth and five runs in the sixth to put the game out of reach.
Western Illinois had a few opportunities to get on the board, putting runners on in the third, fourth, and seventh innings, but was unable to score.
On the mound, Brett Buchanan got the start for the Leathernecks, allowing five runs. Karsten Stotlar, Eric Rawlings, Dylan Kaminski, and William Humphrey all combined in relief.
Southern Indiana's Ean Dipasquale was strong throughout, tossing a complete-game shutout while allowing just four hits and striking out three.
The Leathernecks will look to bounce back as they face Bradley before continuing Ohio Valley Conference play next weekend by hosting SEMO.
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