Loyola Chicago Sweeps George Washington to Secure Fifth A-10 Series

Ramblers reinforce conference standing with dominant doubleheader performance

Apr. 19, 2026 at 4:25pm

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A vibrant, cubist-style painting depicting the dynamic action of a college baseball game, with sharp geometric shapes and planes of color representing the players, field, and crowd.Loyola Chicago's dominant doubleheader sweep of George Washington showcases their prowess as a top contender in the Atlantic 10 conference.Chicago Today

Loyola Chicago secured its fifth Atlantic 10 series victory of the season by sweeping George Washington in a doubleheader on April 19, 2026, reinforcing its position as a top contender in the conference standings. The Ramblers won both games of the twinbill held at the Charles J. Schmidt Family Stadium in Chicago, Illinois, powered by a standout performance from junior outfielder Marcus Bell.

Why it matters

The sweep keeps Loyola Chicago in the hunt for the Atlantic 10 regular season title, as they now sit just a half-game behind conference leader Davidson. The Ramblers have won 8 of their last 10 games, showcasing the depth of their pitching staff and timely hitting that has them positioned well for a strong finish to the season.

The details

In the opener, Loyola Chicago defeated George Washington 6–3, powered by a strong offensive outburst in the middle innings and solid relief pitching. The second game saw a tighter contest, with Loyola prevailing 4–2 after holding a slim lead through the seventh and eighth innings before adding an insurance run in the ninth. Junior outfielder Marcus Bell delivered a standout performance across both games, going 4-for-8 at the plate with two RBIs, a stolen base and a run scored.

  • The doubleheader sweep took place on April 19, 2026.
  • Loyola Chicago has now won 8 of its last 10 games.

The players

Marcus Bell

A junior outfielder for Loyola Chicago who went 4-for-8 at the plate with two RBIs, a stolen base and a run scored in the doubleheader sweep of George Washington.

Daniel Ruiz

The starting pitcher for Loyola Chicago in Game 1, earning the win after tossing six innings with three runs allowed on five hits and seven strikeouts.

Ethan Vo

The closer for Loyola Chicago who recorded his fifth save of the season in Game 2 by retiring the side in order in the ninth inning.

Mike Gallagher

The head coach of George Washington, who acknowledged his team's struggles in closing out games and their inability to capitalize on key opportunities against Loyola Chicago.

Davidson

The conference leader in the Atlantic 10, holding a half-game lead over Loyola Chicago in the standings.

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What they’re saying

“We must continue to play with the same level of focus and execution that has carried us through this recent stretch. Our pitching staff has been outstanding, and our hitters are capitalizing on scoring chances when they matter most.”

— Porter Moser, Head Coach, Loyola Chicago

“Loyola Chicago is a very tough opponent, and they made the most of their opportunities today. We need to find a way to finish games stronger and limit the damage when the other team gets runners in scoring position.”

— Mike Gallagher, Head Coach, George Washington

What’s next

Loyola Chicago returns to action on April 22 with a midweek non-conference matchup against Northern Illinois before opening a three-game series at Dayton on April 25. George Washington will host St. Louis in a pivotal home series beginning April 24, seeking to rebound from the sweep and regain momentum in the race for the Atlantic 10 Tournament.

The takeaway

Loyola Chicago's dominant doubleheader sweep of George Washington reinforces their status as a top contender in the Atlantic 10 conference. The Ramblers' consistent pitching, timely hitting, and ability to capitalize on opportunities have them poised for a strong finish to the regular season as they chase the conference title.