ASUMH splits doubleheader with Southeast Arkansas

Trailblazers earn 7-2 win in opener before falling 10-6 in nightcap

Apr. 4, 2026 at 3:50pm

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The Arkansas State University Mountain Home Trailblazer baseball team split a doubleheader with Southeast Arkansas on Friday, winning the first game 7-2 before losing the second game 10-6.

Why it matters

This doubleheader result is important for the Trailblazers as they look to build momentum and position themselves for a strong season in conference play.

The details

In the first game, JD Hertzog led ASUMH with three hits, including a three-run home run in the second inning. Matt Byars earned the complete-game victory, allowing five hits and two runs over seven innings. In the second game, Southeast Arkansas jumped out to an early 6-0 lead and held on for the 10-6 win despite a late ASUMH rally in the seventh inning.

  • The doubleheader took place on Friday, April 4, 2026.
  • ASUMH will return home on Thursday to host ASU-Mid South.

The players

JD Hertzog

A key player for the ASUMH Trailblazers, Hertzog had three hits including a three-run home run in the first game.

Matt Byars

The starting pitcher for ASUMH in the first game, Byars earned the complete-game victory, allowing five hits and two runs over seven innings.

Jett Hannaford

An ASUMH player who singled home a run in the second inning of the first game and also stole two bases.

Broc Mattox

An ASUMH player who recorded multiple hits in the first game.

Ty Watkins

An ASUMH player who delivered a two-run single in the seventh inning of the second game.

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What’s next

ASUMH will return home on Thursday to host ASU-Mid South.

The takeaway

This split doubleheader result shows the Trailblazers have the potential to compete with tough opponents, but they will need to work on maintaining consistency across both games to achieve success this season.