Henderson, NV - In a gripping baseball showdown, the College of Southern Nevada triumphed over Utah State Eastern in an exhilarating game that ended with a score of 8-7 in favor of the Coyotes. The game, held at Morse Stadium in Henderson, NV, showcased an intense battle between the two teams, with Southern Nevada ultimately emerging victorious.

Utah State Eastern started the game strong, putting up four runs in the first inning. However, the Coyotes quickly responded, chipping away at the lead with a run in the second inning and tying the game with two runs in the fifth inning.

The highlight of the game came in the bottom of the seventh inning when Derek Smith of Southern Nevada launched a powerful grand slam home run, bringing in four runs and giving typing the game for the Coyotes in the bottom of the 7th inning. Smith's clutch performance boosted Southern Nevada's morale and energized the home crowd.

Pitcher Hunter Alberini was instrumental in securing the victory for the Coyotes, pitching two scoreless innings and shutting down Utah State Eastern's offense in the final moments of the game. Alberini's composure under pressure and precise pitching earned him the win, improving his record to 1-1 for the season.

Despite facing a formidable opponent, the Coyotes displayed resilience and determination throughout the game. Their offense was led by Garrison Geis, who contributed two hits and an RBI, and Jet Gilliam, who added a hit and an RBI of his own.

On the defensive side, Southern Nevada's pitchers Naun Haro, Aaron Rubio, and Nolan Ficklin faced a tough challenge against Utah State Eastern's lineup but managed to limit the damage and keep the Coyotes in contention.

With this hard-fought win, the College of Southern Nevada improves to 19-7 for the season and looks ahead to their upcoming matchups with confidence and determination. The Coyotes' ability to come together as a team and deliver under pressure bodes well for their future success as they continue to compete at a high level.