Arkansas State Scores Nine Runs in Ninth to Defeat Little Rock

Red Wolves rally late to secure victory at Gary Hogan Field

Mar. 11, 2026 at 3:10pm

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Arkansas State University’s baseball team scored nine runs in the top of the ninth inning to defeat the University of Arkansas at Little Rock Trojans 12-6 on Tuesday afternoon. The Red Wolves struck first with a home run, but Little Rock took the lead in the second inning. Arkansas State chipped away and regained the advantage in the fifth before breaking the game open late.

Why it matters

This comeback win for Arkansas State keeps them on a strong trajectory early in the season as they prepare to open Sun Belt Conference play this weekend against a nationally ranked opponent. The game also showcased the offensive firepower of the Red Wolves, who were able to rally late and put the game out of reach.

The details

Arkansas State’s Ashton Quiller led off the game with a home run, but Little Rock responded with three runs in the second inning to take the lead. The Red Wolves chipped away and regained the advantage in the fifth inning on a three-run homer by Evan Griffis. Little Rock tied it in the sixth and seventh innings before Arkansas State broke the game open in the ninth. The Red Wolves scored nine runs in the final frame, highlighted by a two-run single from Lane Walton and run-scoring doubles from Patrick Engskov and Griffis.

  • The game was played on Tuesday, March 11, 2026.
  • Arkansas State will open Sun Belt Conference play this weekend against No. 7 Southern Miss, with game one scheduled for Friday, March 14 at 6 p.m.

The players

Ashton Quiller

An outfielder for Arkansas State University who hit a home run to start the game.

Evan Griffis

An infielder for Arkansas State University who hit a three-run home run to give the Red Wolves the lead in the fifth inning and later added a run-scoring double in the ninth.

Lane Walton

A player for Arkansas State University who delivered a two-run single in the ninth inning to help the Red Wolves pull away.

Patrick Engskov

A player for Arkansas State University who hit a run-scoring double in the ninth inning to contribute to the Red Wolves’ late rally.

Ryan Ashford

The winning pitcher for Arkansas State University, allowing just one hit in three innings of relief.

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What they’re saying

“We must have been due for a big inning like that. The guys really came through when we needed them to and it’s great to see us respond after Little Rock fought back to tie it up.”

— Dave Van Horn, Arkansas State Head Coach

What’s next

Arkansas State will open Sun Belt Conference play at home this weekend against No. 7 Southern Miss, with game one of the series scheduled for Friday, March 14 at 6 p.m.

The takeaway

This comeback win showcases the offensive firepower of the Arkansas State baseball team as they prepare to take on a nationally ranked opponent in conference play. The Red Wolves’ ability to rally late and pull away demonstrates their resilience and competitiveness, which should serve them well as they aim to make a strong push in the Sun Belt this season.