Wake Forest Sweeps Doubleheader Against LMU and Davidson

Deacons extend winning streak to 9 games with strong pitching performances

Published on Feb. 28, 2026

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The Wake Forest baseball team swept a doubleheader on Friday, defeating Loyola Marymount 12-2 and Davidson 7-1. The Deacons got solid pitching efforts from Blake Morningstar and Duncan Marsten, while Jackson Miller and Javar Williams provided key offensive production.

Why it matters

The doubleheader sweep extends Wake Forest's winning streak to 9 games, showcasing the team's strong pitching and balanced offensive attack. This performance highlights the Deacons' ability to win against different opponents, a positive sign as they look to continue their successful start to the season.

The details

In the first game, Wake Forest jumped out to an early 4-0 lead in the first inning on a grand slam by Jackson Miller. Pitcher Blake Morningstar then tossed 7 shutout innings, allowing just 4 hits while striking out 9. The Deacons pulled away late, scoring 5 runs in the 8th inning to end the game via the mercy rule. In the second game, Davidson took a 1-0 lead in the 6th inning, but Wake Forest responded with 6 runs in the bottom half of the frame, highlighted by a 2-run single from Javar Williams. Sophomore pitcher Duncan Marsten struck out 10 over 5 scoreless innings to earn the win.

  • The doubleheader sweep occurred on Friday, February 28, 2026.

The players

Blake Morningstar

Wake Forest junior pitcher who tossed 7 shutout innings with 9 strikeouts in the first game of the doubleheader.

Jackson Miller

Wake Forest player who hit a grand slam in the first inning of the first game to give the Deacons an early lead.

Duncan Marsten

Wake Forest sophomore pitcher who struck out 10 over 5 scoreless innings in the second game of the doubleheader.

Javar Williams

Wake Forest player who hit a 2-run single in the 6th inning of the second game to help the Deacons pull away.

Tom Walter

Head coach of the Wake Forest baseball team.

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What they’re saying

“A great day on the mound for the Deacs. It's hard to win a doubleheader, especially against two different teams. I was proud of our guys and their energy and it started on the mound.”

— Tom Walter, Head Coach (on3.com)

What’s next

The Deacons will look to continue their strong start to the season as they face additional opponents in the coming weeks.

The takeaway

Wake Forest's dominant pitching performances and timely hitting in the doubleheader sweep showcase the team's well-rounded abilities and potential for a successful season ahead.