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Sycamores Fall to Beacons in MVC Play
Indiana State unable to overcome early deficit in Sunday loss
Mar. 29, 2026 at 9:38pm
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A cubist interpretation of the action on the diamond as Indiana State and Valparaiso battled in Missouri Valley Conference play.Valparaiso TodayValparaiso took advantage of early walks to score five runs in the first inning and added on late to defeat Indiana State 10-1 on Sunday afternoon in Missouri Valley Conference play. The Beacons' Thomas Cooper and Michael Kuska each drove in multiple runs, while Indiana State's Colin Sander hit a solo home run in the seventh inning.
Why it matters
The loss drops Indiana State to 3-2 in MVC play, while Valparaiso picks up its first conference win of the season. The Sycamores will look to bounce back in the series finale on Monday as they continue their quest for a Missouri Valley Conference title.
The details
Valparaiso jumped out to a 5-0 lead in the first inning, taking advantage of three straight walks to start the frame. Thomas Cooper, Brayden Pleau, and Michael Kuska all drove in runs to give the Beacons an early advantage. Valparaiso added single runs in the fourth and sixth innings to extend the lead to 7-0 before Indiana State got on the board in the seventh on Sander's solo shot. The Beacons then tacked on three more runs in the seventh to provide the final 10-1 margin.
- The game was played on Sunday, March 29, 2026.
- Indiana State and Valparaiso will conclude their weekend series on Monday, March 30 at 2 PM ET.
The players
Thomas Cooper
Valparaiso outfielder who had a two-run single in the first inning and a two-run home run in the seventh.
Michael Kuska
Valparaiso infielder who drove in two runs with a single in the first inning and added another RBI single in the sixth.
Colin Sander
Indiana State freshman who hit a solo home run in the seventh inning for the Sycamores' lone run.
Owen Roberts
Indiana State pitcher who set a career-high with 4.1 innings pitched in relief.
Connor Lockwood
Valparaiso starting pitcher who went 7 innings, allowing 1 run and striking out 6.
What’s next
Indiana State and Valparaiso will conclude their weekend series on Monday, March 30 at 2 PM ET. The game will be carried live on 105.5 The Legend and ESPN+.
The takeaway
This loss drops Indiana State to 3-2 in MVC play, while Valparaiso picks up its first conference win. The Sycamores will look to bounce back in the series finale as they continue their quest for a Missouri Valley Conference title.
