Tigers Defeat Lipscomb 5-2 in Midweek Matchup

Memphis baseball team scores four runs in the second inning to take control of the game.

Mar. 11, 2026 at 1:21am

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The University of Memphis baseball team defeated Lipscomb University 5-2 on Tuesday afternoon at FedExPark Avron Fogelman Field. The Tigers scored four runs in the second inning to take an early lead, and the bullpen held Lipscomb scoreless over the final 4.2 innings to secure the victory.

Why it matters

This win helps the struggling Memphis Tigers improve their overall record to 4-12 on the season. The team has faced a tough early schedule, so this midweek victory over an in-state opponent could provide a much-needed confidence boost as they look to turn their season around.

The details

Memphis did most of its damage in the second inning, with Freddy Rodriguez delivering a two-RBI single and the Tigers scoring two more runs on a Lipscomb throwing error. Lipscomb cut the lead to 4-2 in the fourth inning on a two-run home run by Blake Carter, but the Memphis bullpen took over from there. Davis Oswalt earned the win with 2.2 scoreless innings of relief, and Carson Fair recorded his second save of the season with a scoreless ninth inning.

  • The game was played on Tuesday, March 11, 2026.
  • Memphis scored four runs in the bottom of the second inning.
  • Lipscomb scored two runs in the top of the fourth inning.
  • Memphis added an insurance run in the bottom of the seventh inning.
  • The game was played at FedExPark Avron Fogelman Field in Memphis, Tennessee.

The players

Freddy Rodriguez

The Tigers' third baseman led the team offensively, going 2-for-3 with three RBIs.

Davis Oswalt

The Memphis relief pitcher earned the win with 2.2 scoreless innings of relief.

Carson Fair

The Tigers' closer recorded his second save of the season with a scoreless ninth inning.

Blake Carter

The Lipscomb batter hit a two-run home run in the fourth inning to cut the Tigers' lead to 4-2.

Shane Cox

The Memphis second baseman continued his streak of reaching base safely in every game this season and extended his hitting streak to nine games.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

What’s next

The Tigers will remain at home for their next midweek matchup on Wednesday, March 12, 2026, when they host Arkansas-Pine Bluff at FedExPark Avron Fogelman Field. First pitch is scheduled for 4:05 p.m.

The takeaway

This victory provides a much-needed boost for the struggling Memphis Tigers baseball team as they look to turn their season around. The strong performance from the bullpen and the timely hitting from Freddy Rodriguez are encouraging signs that the team is starting to find its groove.