Four-run sixth helps ULM rally past Louisiana Baseball, 5-3

Davis Mauzy's three-run homer in the sixth inning gave ULM the lead in the series opener.

Mar. 28, 2026 at 4:57am

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ULM topped Louisiana 5-3 in the series opener on Friday, with Davis Mauzy hitting a three-run homer in the sixth inning to give ULM the lead, which they would not relinquish. Louisiana had taken a 3-1 lead into the sixth inning before ULM's rally.

Why it matters

This Sun Belt Conference matchup between in-state rivals ULM and Louisiana is an important early-season conference series that could impact the standings and postseason positioning for both teams as the season progresses.

The details

ULM's Davis Mauzy hit a three-run homer in the sixth inning to give the Warhawks a 5-3 lead, which they would hold on to for the win. Louisiana had taken a 3-1 lead earlier in the game, but the Ragin' Cajuns bullpen was unable to hold the lead.

  • The series continues on Saturday at 2 p.m., with the game being streamed live on ESPN+.
  • Louisiana (17-9, 2-5 SBC) will send left-hander Andrew Herrmann (3-1, 3.20 ERA) to the mound, while ULM (15-12, 5-2 SBC) will go with southpaw Brandt Corley (1-1, 6.49 ERA).

The players

Davis Mauzy

The ULM player who hit a three-run homer in the sixth inning to give the Warhawks the lead.

Sawyer Pruitt

The Louisiana starting pitcher who was charged with four runs over 5.1 innings.

Adam Brodnax

The ULM pitcher who earned the win, going 5.2 innings and allowing three runs.

Steven Spalitta

The Louisiana player who hit a two-run homer in the fourth inning to extend the Ragin' Cajuns' lead to 3-0.

Holden Hess

The ULM pitcher who earned the save, striking out the final two batters in the eighth inning.

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What’s next

The series continues on Saturday at 2 p.m., with the game being streamed live on ESPN+. Louisiana will send left-hander Andrew Herrmann to the mound, while ULM will go with southpaw Brandt Corley.

The takeaway

This game highlighted the competitiveness of the Sun Belt Conference, with ULM rallying from a 3-1 deficit in the sixth inning to take the series opener against their in-state rival Louisiana. The outcome could have implications for the conference standings and postseason aspirations for both teams as the season progresses.