FRANKFORT, KY | The Morehouse Maroon Tigers closed out the 2026 regular season in emphatic fashion, unleashing a relentless offensive attack across all three games of their SIAC series at Kentucky State. Morehouse plated 49 runs over the weekend, highlighted by back-to-back-to-back 16+ run performances in Friday's doubleheader before capping the series with a 16-12 victory on Saturday. The Maroon Tigers head into postseason play carrying significant momentum at the plate.
Game 1 – Morehouse 17, Kentucky State 14
Scoring Summary
Morehouse opened the scoring with a run in the first inning before adding two more in the third to build an early advantage. The Maroon Tigers extended their lead with a three-run fourth, followed by three runs in the fifth and another three in the sixth to maintain steady pressure. After adding two more in the seventh, Morehouse delivered the knockout punch in the ninth inning, erupting for six runs to create separation and secure the win.
Key Moments
The turning point came in the ninth inning, when Morehouse broke open a tight game with a six-run outburst fueled by timely hitting and aggressive baserunning. Throughout the contest, the Maroon Tigers consistently answered Kentucky State's rallies, stringing together productive at-bats in key situations. The middle innings—particularly the fourth through sixth—were critical in maintaining control, as Morehouse capitalized on scoring opportunities to keep momentum firmly on its side.
Game 2 – Morehouse 16, Kentucky State 18
Scoring Summary
Morehouse jumped out quickly with three runs in the first inning and continued to build with single runs in the second and third. A four-run fourth inning pushed the Maroon Tigers further ahead, and they added two runs in the fifth and three in the sixth before scoring two more in the seventh. Despite scoring in every inning and reaching 16 total runs, Kentucky State's offensive surge ultimately proved decisive late in the game.
Key Moments
Morehouse's early offensive explosion set the tone, but Kentucky State responded with multiple big innings powered by home runs to shift momentum. A key moment came when Robert Robinson Jr. delivered a bases-loaded hit that drove in three runs, helping Morehouse maintain its lead midgame. However, the inability to contain Kentucky State's late offensive push allowed the host team to overtake the Maroon Tigers in the closing innings, turning a high-scoring contest into a narrow defeat.
Game 3 – Morehouse 16, Kentucky State 12
Scoring Summary
After a scoreless first inning, Morehouse broke through with four runs in the second to seize control. The Maroon Tigers added a run in the third and followed with a three-run fourth inning to extend the lead. They continued their offensive rhythm with two runs in each of the fifth, sixth, and seventh innings before adding two insurance runs in the ninth to close out the victory.
Key Moments
The four-run second inning established early momentum for Morehouse and set the tone for the remainder of the game. A pivotal swing came from Cam Simmons, whose two-run home run helped maintain separation as Kentucky State attempted to rally. The Maroon Tigers' ability to consistently respond—combined with aggressive baserunning and timely hitting—allowed them to withstand a late push and secure the series-closing win.
Team Comparison (Series)
- Runs: Morehouse 49 | Kentucky State 44
- Hits: Morehouse 39 | Kentucky State 32
- Extra-Base Hits: Morehouse 13 | Kentucky State 9
- Walks Drawn: Morehouse 29
- Stolen Bases: Morehouse 8
Morehouse Leaders (Series)
Up Next
Morehouse turns its attention to postseason play at the SIAC Baseball Tournament in Macon, Georgia. The tournament will begin Thursday at Luther Williams Field, with game time and opponent to be announced. The Maroon Tigers enter as one of the conference's hottest offensive teams, looking to carry their late-season momentum into championship contention. For up-to-date athletic information on the Maroon Tigers, follow them on social media or online at www.morehouseathletics.com or on Instagram at morehouse_baseball.
