ASUMH baseball sweeps doubleheader against SAU Tech

Trailblazers rally for walk-off win in opener, cruise to blowout victory in nightcap

Mar. 22, 2026 at 5:30am

The Arkansas State University-Mountain Home (ASUMH) Trailblazers baseball team swept a doubleheader against SAU Tech on Saturday, highlighted by a dramatic walk-off win in the first game and a dominant offensive performance in the second game.

Why it matters

The sweep was an important boost for the struggling ASUMH team, which had a 6-23 record coming into the doubleheader. The Trailblazers were able to build momentum and confidence with the two wins, which could help them turn their season around as they prepare for their next matchup against Three Rivers.

The details

In the first game, ASUMH rallied from a 9-8 deficit in the bottom of the seventh inning, capped by a two-run home run from JD Hertzog to secure the 10-9 victory. The Trailblazers totaled seven hits in the game, with Hertzog, Jett Hannaford, and Rylan Jones each driving in two runs. In the second game, ASUMH broke the game open with a nine-run second inning, highlighted by home runs from Ty Watkins and Hertzog, a three-run double from Weston Pschier, and a two-run double by Hannaford. The Trailblazers cruised to a 14-1 victory, with Blayne Cribb earning the win on the mound.

  • The doubleheader took place on Saturday, March 21, 2026.
  • The first game was decided in the bottom of the seventh inning.

The players

JD Hertzog

A player for the ASUMH Trailblazers who hit a game-winning two-run home run in the bottom of the seventh inning of the first game.

Jett Hannaford

A player for the ASUMH Trailblazers who drove in two runs in the first game and hit a two-run double in the second game.

Blayne Cribb

The ASUMH pitcher who earned the win in the second game, allowing just one hit over five scoreless innings while striking out five.

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What’s next

The ASUMH Trailblazers will look to build on their doubleheader sweep when they host Three Rivers on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.

The takeaway

The ASUMH Trailblazers were able to turn around their struggling season with a dominant doubleheader performance, showcasing their offensive firepower and resilience. This sweep could provide the momentum they need to make a push towards a successful remainder of the season.