Texas State baseball rallies after tough loss to beat Washington State

Bobcats split Friday doubleheader, led by strong performances from Rashawn Galloway and Dawson Park

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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Texas State baseball split Friday's doubleheader against Washington State, losing the first game 9-7 before bouncing back to take the second 10-4. The Bobcats lead the series 2-1, having beaten the Cougars 13-11 in the opener, and will finish the series on Sunday. Right-handed pitcher Kyle Froehlich gave up five runs in six innings in the first game, while the bullpen struggled late. In the second game, the bullpen stepped up after an injury to starter Nolan Moore, with Alex Yearwood striking out six in 2⅔ innings of relief. Outfielder Rashawn Galloway continued his hot streak at the plate, while shortstop Dawson Park hit two home runs, including a 430-foot blast to center field.

Why it matters

The split doubleheader keeps Texas State in a strong position in the series against Washington State, a key early-season matchup for the Bobcats. Galloway and Park's performances were particularly notable, as the veteran Galloway has bounced back from a slow start to the season, while the sophomore Park has shown increased power at the plate, a development that could boost the Bobcats' offense moving forward.

The details

In the first game, Texas State took a 6-5 lead into the seventh inning, but the bullpen gave up three runs in the top of the frame and the Bobcats were unable to recover. In the second game, the bullpen stepped up after starter Nolan Moore left with an elbow injury, with Alex Yearwood striking out six batters in 2⅔ innings of scoreless relief. Offensively, Rashawn Galloway continued his hot streak, recording nine hits and eight RBIs in his past 14 at-bats, while Dawson Park hit two home runs, including a 430-foot blast to center field.

  • The series opener was played on Friday, March 8, 2026.
  • The doubleheader was split on Friday, March 8, 2026.
  • The series finale is scheduled for Sunday, March 10, 2026 at 12 p.m.

The players

Rashawn Galloway

A veteran outfielder for Texas State who has bounced back from a slow start to the season, recording nine hits and eight RBIs in his past 14 at-bats.

Dawson Park

A sophomore shortstop for Texas State who has shown increased power at the plate, hitting two home runs in the second game of the doubleheader, including a 430-foot blast to center field.

Kyle Froehlich

The right-handed starting pitcher for Texas State in the first game of the doubleheader, giving up five runs on six hits in six innings pitched.

Nolan Moore

The left-handed starting pitcher for Texas State in the second game of the doubleheader, who left the game with an apparent elbow injury after two innings.

Alex Yearwood

A Texas State relief pitcher who stepped up after Moore's injury, striking out six batters in 2⅔ innings of scoreless relief.

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What they’re saying

“For me, it's different. I like to double down on what got me here, just continuing to do what I'm doing.”

— Rashawn Galloway, Texas State outfielder (statesman.com)

“With some guys not throwing as well, he's gonna get more opportunities. He's got really electric stuff, so he's gonna build off of that.”

— Steven Trout, Texas State head coach (statesman.com)

“I think that kids earned it more than anyone. He's taken strides from last year to this year. It's nothing new to us, but I think it's probably new to the fans.”

— Rashawn Galloway, Texas State outfielder (statesman.com)

What’s next

The series between Texas State and Washington State will conclude on Sunday, March 10, 2026 at 12 p.m., barring any inclement weather.

The takeaway

Texas State's split of the Friday doubleheader against Washington State showcased the team's resilience, with the bullpen stepping up after a tough loss in the first game and key offensive performances from veterans like Rashawn Galloway and emerging stars like Dawson Park. The Bobcats remain in a strong position to win the series, which could provide valuable momentum heading into the rest of the season.