ODU Shuts Out Norfolk State in Baseball Matchup

Monarchs score 15 runs in seven-inning victory over Spartans

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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Old Dominion University's baseball team defeated Norfolk State University 15-0 in a seven-inning game on Wednesday. The Monarchs scored runs in the first, second, and fourth innings, including a seven-run fourth, to cruise to the shutout victory. ODU's top three batters combined for eight runs and three hits, while pitcher Ryan Sheehy and four relievers held the Spartans to just three hits.

Why it matters

This victory extends ODU's strong start to the season, as they improve to 6-2 overall. The Monarchs have now won four of their last five games, showcasing their offensive firepower and pitching depth. For Norfolk State, the loss drops them to 2-5 on the year as they prepare for a rematch against ODU next month.

The details

ODU's top three hitters - Cole McKenna, TJ Aiken, and Zach Leite - combined for eight runs and three hits. Leite drove in three runs, Macaddin Dye had two hits, two runs, and two RBIs, and Cash Jay added one hit, two runs, and two RBIs. On the mound, Ryan Sheehy earned the win with help from four relievers, limiting Norfolk State to just three hits.

  • The game was played on Wednesday, February 26, 2026.

The players

ODU

Old Dominion University's baseball team.

Norfolk State

Norfolk State University's baseball team.

Ryan Sheehy

The ODU pitcher who earned the win, combining with four relievers to hold Norfolk State to three hits.

Myles Crocker

The Norfolk State pitcher who took the loss, allowing ODU's first two runs.

Cole McKenna, TJ Aiken, Zach Leite

ODU's top three batters who combined for eight runs and three hits in the victory.

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What’s next

The two teams will meet again on March 18 at ODU.

The takeaway

ODU's dominant performance showcases their offensive firepower and pitching depth as they continue their strong start to the season. The Monarchs will look to carry this momentum into their rematch against Norfolk State next month.