Bryce Johnson Leads LC State Baseball to Doubleheader Sweep of Whitworth

Senior outfielder's big day at the plate helps Warriors win both games of season-opening twin bill

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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Senior outfielder Bryce Johnson had a standout performance at the plate, going a combined 4-for-7 with six RBIs and three runs scored, to lead No. 21 LC State Baseball to a doubleheader sweep of Whitworth on Saturday. The Warriors won the first game 15-5 and the second game 4-1, both in seven innings.

Why it matters

This was the season-opening doubleheader for the nationally ranked LC State Baseball team, and Johnson's offensive production set the tone for the Warriors' successful start to the 2026 campaign. The sweep also marked the first games of the year for both teams as they look to build momentum heading into conference play.

The details

In the 15-5 win in Game 1, Johnson hit a three-run home run in the third inning to tie the game at 3-3. He then delivered a bases-clearing double in the fourth inning to give the Warriors a 9-4 lead. LC State pulled away late, scoring four runs in the seventh inning to end the game via the run rule. In the 4-1 victory in Game 2, the Warriors broke a 1-1 tie with a three-run sixth inning, with Johnson contributing an RBI single.

  • The doubleheader took place on Saturday, February 8, 2026.

The players

Bryce Johnson

A senior outfielder for the LC State Warriors baseball team who had a standout offensive performance in the doubleheader sweep of Whitworth.

Evan Canfield

The starting pitcher for LC State in Game 1, striking out four batters in his first two innings of work.

Jackson Cloud

The relief pitcher who earned the win for LC State in Game 1, allowing one run on one hit with three strikeouts in three innings.

Landon Webb

The starting pitcher for LC State in Game 2, tossing four scoreless innings.

Jace Taylor

The relief pitcher who earned the win for LC State in Game 2, striking out two batters in two innings of work.

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What they’re saying

“Bryce Johnson's big day at the plate really set the tone for us in these two games. He came up with some huge hits to help us pull away in the first game and then get the lead late in the second game. That's the kind of production we need from our veteran leaders if we want to have a successful season.”

— Head Coach Jeremiah Robbins (LC State Athletics)

What’s next

The Warriors will look to build on this strong start to the season as they continue their non-conference schedule. Their next games will be a three-game series against NCAA Division III opponent Pacific Lutheran University, beginning on Friday, February 14.

The takeaway

Johnson's offensive outburst in the season-opening doubleheader sweep demonstrated the kind of veteran leadership and production the No. 21 Warriors will need from their senior standout if they hope to contend for a conference title and return to the NCAA Division II Tournament this season.