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Irish Take Down Eagles in Home Opener
Notre Dame baseball team posts an 11-1 win over Eastern Michigan in eight innings
Published on Mar. 4, 2026
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The Notre Dame baseball team defeated Eastern Michigan 11-1 in eight innings in their home opener at Frank Eck Stadium. The Irish responded quickly after the Eagles scored a run in the top of the third, putting up six runs in the bottom half of the inning. Notre Dame added two more runs in the fifth and sixth innings to extend their lead. The Irish pitching staff held the Eagles in check, with Xavier Hirsch, Will Jaisle, and Chase Van Ameyde combining for 7.1 innings of one-run ball.
Why it matters
This win marks a strong start to the season for the Notre Dame baseball team as they open up ACC play this weekend against Duke. The Irish are looking to build on their 7-3 record and continue their success at home, where they have now won their first game of the season.
The details
The Irish offense was led by Jayce Lee, who went 2-for-4 with three runs, an RBI, and two triples. Mason Barth also had a strong game, going 2-for-3 with two RBIs and a run scored. The Notre Dame pitching staff was impressive, with Xavier Hirsch, Will Jaisle, and Chase Van Ameyde combining to hold the Eagles to just one run on the day.
- The game took place on Tuesday evening at Frank Eck Stadium in South Bend, Indiana.
- The Irish (7-3) will open up ACC play on Friday as they travel to Durham to face Duke for a three-game series.
The players
Jayce Lee
A Notre Dame player who went 2-for-4 with three runs, an RBI, and two triples in the game.
Mason Barth
A Notre Dame player who went 2-for-3 with two RBIs and a run scored in the game.
Xavier Hirsch
The Notre Dame pitcher who picked up the win in relief, going 3.1 innings and allowing just one hit while striking out three.
Will Jaisle
The Notre Dame pitcher who had a perfect inning of work with three strikeouts in relief.
Chase Van Ameyde
The Notre Dame pitcher who added two strikeouts in an inning of relief work.
What’s next
The Irish (7-3) will open up ACC play on Friday as they make the trip to Durham to face Duke for a three-game series. Game one is scheduled to begin at 5:00 p.m. ET.
The takeaway
This win marks a strong start to the season for the Notre Dame baseball team as they look to build on their 7-3 record and continue their success at home. The Irish's impressive offensive and pitching performances in the home opener suggest they are poised for a successful ACC campaign.
