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Valley City State University Baseball Defeats Lawrence Tech
Vikings use timely hitting and strong pitching to secure 6-3 win at RussMatt Invitational
Mar. 12, 2026 at 6:02pm
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The Valley City State University baseball team picked up a solid 6-3 victory over Lawrence Tech in Orlando, Florida. The Vikings used timely hitting, including home runs from Anthony Madsen and Nick Senn, as well as strong pitching to secure the win and improve their record to 11-8 overall.
Why it matters
This victory continues a strong start to the season for the VCSU baseball team, who are competing in the RussMatt Invitational tournament in Florida. The win over Lawrence Tech demonstrates the Vikings' ability to win close games against quality opponents as they prepare for conference play.
The details
The Vikings struck first in the opening inning when Alexis Velasco doubled and later scored on a passed ball. VCSU added to their lead in the second inning when Anthony Madsen hit a solo home run. Lawrence Tech got a run back in the bottom of the second, but the Vikings pitching staff kept the Blue Devils' offense in check through the middle innings. The turning point came in the sixth inning when VCSU rallied for four runs, highlighted by a three-run home run from Nick Senn. Lawrence Tech tried to rally in the sixth, scoring two runs, but the Vikings added another run in the seventh to secure the 6-3 victory.
- The game took place on March 12, 2026 in Orlando, Florida.
- VCSU struck first with a run in the opening inning.
- VCSU added a solo home run in the second inning.
- Lawrence Tech scored a run in the bottom of the second inning.
- VCSU scored four runs in the sixth inning, highlighted by a three-run home run.
The players
Valley City State University
The baseball team from Valley City State University, competing in the RussMatt Invitational tournament in Orlando, Florida.
Lawrence Tech
The baseball team from Lawrence Technological University, who lost to VCSU 6-3 in the game.
Nick Senn
A player for VCSU who hit a three-run home run in the sixth inning to help the Vikings secure the victory.
Anthony Madsen
A player for VCSU who hit a solo home run in the second inning to extend the Vikings' lead.
Alexis Velasco
A player for VCSU who doubled and scored the team's first run in the opening inning.
What’s next
The Vikings are set to take on Trinity Baptist College in Orlando, Fla on Thursday, March 12, at 3:15 p.m.
The takeaway
The VCSU baseball team's victory over Lawrence Tech showcases their offensive firepower and resilient pitching, positioning them well for continued success in the RussMatt Invitational and their upcoming conference schedule.
