Hornets Lose Series to Rogers State, Salvage Final Game

Emporia State baseball team drops first two games but wins finale to avoid sweep

Mar. 30, 2026 at 3:00pm

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A fractured, multi-perspective painting in vibrant colors, breaking down a baseball game into sharp, overlapping geometric shapes and planes, conceptually representing the competitive clash between the two teams.A cubist interpretation of the hard-fought baseball series between Emporia State and Rogers State, capturing the dynamic energy and competitive spirit of the matchup.Claremore Today

The Emporia State Hornets baseball team traveled to Claremore, Oklahoma to play a three-game series against the 15th-ranked Rogers State Hillcats over the weekend. The Hornets struggled in the first two games, losing both, but were able to salvage a win in the final game to avoid being swept.

Why it matters

This series loss is a setback for the Hornets, who were looking to build momentum and improve their ranking against a top-15 opponent. However, their ability to win the final game shows resilience and could provide a boost heading into the rest of their season.

The details

In the first two games of the series, the Hornets were outmatched by the Hillcats, dropping both contests. However, the Hornets were able to regroup and earn a victory in the final game of the series, avoiding a sweep.

  • The series took place over the weekend of March 27-29, 2026.

The players

Emporia State Hornets

The baseball team from Emporia State University, a public university located in Emporia, Kansas.

Rogers State Hillcats

The baseball team from Rogers State University, a public university located in Claremore, Oklahoma.

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The takeaway

While the Hornets were unable to win the series against the highly-ranked Hillcats, their ability to salvage a victory in the final game shows their resilience and potential to bounce back as they continue their season.