Delaware Defeats Dallas Baptist in Series Opener

Hens hit three home runs to win first game of Conference USA matchup

Mar. 21, 2026 at 2:38am

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The University of Delaware baseball team defeated Dallas Baptist University 6-4 in the opening game of their weekend Conference USA series. The Blue Hens hit three home runs in the victory, bouncing back after being swept in their first C-USA series.

Why it matters

Delaware was looking to get back on track in conference play after a tough start to their C-USA schedule. The win over Dallas Baptist, a perennial power in the league, gives the Hens momentum heading into the rest of the weekend series.

The details

Delaware jumped out to an early lead, hitting three home runs in the game. Sophomore outfielder Ethan Marsh hit a two-run shot in the 3rd inning, junior infielder Nate Bowman added a solo homer in the 5th, and senior catcher Liam Doyle hit a solo blast in the 7th to provide the offense. Dallas Baptist made a late push but ultimately fell short, as Delaware held on for the 6-4 victory.

  • The game was played on March 20, 2026.
  • Delaware had been swept in its first C-USA series prior to this matchup.

The players

Ethan Marsh

A sophomore outfielder for the University of Delaware baseball team.

Nate Bowman

A junior infielder for the University of Delaware baseball team.

Liam Doyle

A senior catcher for the University of Delaware baseball team.

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What’s next

The two teams will play the remaining games of their weekend series on March 21 and 22.

The takeaway

Delaware's win in the series opener against a tough Dallas Baptist squad shows the team's resilience after being swept in their first C-USA matchup. The Hens' offensive firepower, led by three home runs, gives them momentum heading into the rest of the weekend series.