Musketeers Drop Series Finale vs Ducks

Xavier falls 6-3 to Oregon in the final game of the series

Mar. 12, 2026 at 1:54am

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Xavier University's baseball team lost the series finale against the University of Oregon Ducks, 6-3, on Wednesday night at PK Park. The Ducks took an early 1-0 lead in the second inning, but Xavier responded with a two-out RBI single in the third to tie it. Oregon then broke the game open with a five-run seventh inning to take a 6-1 lead. Xavier mounted a late rally with a two-run homer from Josh Stonehouse in the eighth, but couldn't complete the comeback.

Why it matters

This loss drops Xavier's record to 5-13 on the season, while Oregon improves to 14-3. The Musketeers are looking to turn their season around after a tough start, while the Ducks continue their strong start to the year. This game was the final matchup of a three-game series between the two teams.

The details

Xavier starting pitcher Evan Vasiliou made his first start of the season, throwing a season-high 5.0 innings and recording 3 strikeouts. He allowed 4 hits and 1 run. Oregon's pitching staff combined for 16 strikeouts, the third-most in a game this season for the Ducks. Xavier's Josh Stonehouse went 2-for-4 with a 2-run homer, 3 RBIs and a run scored. JD Crisp and Jorge Valdes also had 2 hits each for the Musketeers.

  • The game took place on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at PK Park in Eugene, Oregon.
  • Xavier dropped to 5-13 on the season with the loss, while Oregon improved to 14-3.

The players

Josh Stonehouse

A freshman slugger for Xavier University who had a 2-run homer, 3 RBIs and a run scored in the game.

Evan Vasiliou

The starting pitcher for Xavier who made his first start of the season, throwing a season-high 5.0 innings with 3 strikeouts.

Owen Poole

The Xavier relief pitcher who allowed 2 hits and 4 runs in 1.2 innings of work.

Garrett Helsel

The Xavier relief pitcher who recorded 1 strikeout in 1.1 innings, allowing 2 hits and 1 run.

Naulivou Lauaki

The Oregon player who drove in the first run of the game with an RBI single in the 2nd inning.

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What’s next

Xavier will open an eight-game homestand against Evansville on Friday, March 13. First pitch is set for 3 p.m. from Hayden Field, with the game being aired on ESPN+.

The takeaway

This loss drops Xavier's record to 5-13 on the season, as they continue to struggle to find consistency early in the year. However, the strong performance from freshman Josh Stonehouse, who now leads the team in home runs and RBIs, provides a bright spot for the Musketeers moving forward.