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WKU Baseball’s Ryan Wideman Delivers Historic Performance

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News Summary

Ryan Wideman, an outfielder for WKU Baseball, has set records with his outstanding performance. Achieving a .524 batting average over four games, he recorded 11 hits, including a grand slam and the first cycle in WKU history. The Hilltoppers are off to a roaring start this season, boasting a 19-1 record and looking to extend their success against Murray State. With fans eager for more, the excitement around the team and Wideman’s contributions is palpable.

Bowling Green Buzz: WKU Baseball’s Ryan Wideman Hits It Out of the Park!

Bowling Green, a city that knows how to cheer for its teams, has a new reason to celebrate as Ryan Wideman, the outfielder for WKU baseball, absolutely knocked it out of the park this past week! The Hilltoppers have been treating fans to some spectacular performances, and with Wideman leading the charge, things are heating up this season.

A Record-Breaking Week

Last week was truly historic for Ryan, who recorded an astonishing performance over four games. He tallied 11 hits in 21 at-bats, giving him a jaw-dropping batting average of .524. His achievements included one grand slam, five doubles, two triples, and an impressive total of 11 RBIs! He even made history for the WKU baseball program by achieving the very first cycle, which means he hit a single, double, triple, and home run all in the same game, during a matchup against Southern Illinois.

Leading the Conference

Wideman isn’t just making waves on his own; he’s currently leading the conference in several categories that are catching everyone’s attention. His stellar stats include:

Batting Average: .459
Hits: 39
Doubles: 10
Triples: 4
RBIs: 26
Total Bases: 69
Stolen Bases: 13

His remarkable play has even earned him the title of C-USA Hitter of the Week, marking the first time in his career that he has received such an honor. Talk about a week to remember!

Team Triumphs

The WKU baseball team is having a phenomenal start this season, currently boasting an impressive record of 19-1. They recently completed a three-game series sweep against Lafayette, which is a huge boost for their momentum. In the first game of the series, the Hilltoppers celebrated a solid victory, finishing with a score of 9-3.

In this game, it was all about team effort. Ryan Wideman and teammate Camden Ross came in strong, driving in runs right off the bat in the first inning. Then Ethan Lizama made his mark with a three-run home run in the second inning. To cap it off, Drew Barragan helped seal the deal with a two-RBI single, and they sealed the first victory thanks to an RBI single from Wideman in the eighth.

Game two of the series was just as exciting, with the Hilltoppers securing an 8-1 victory. They scored early, thanks to a run from Carlos Vasquez in the first inning. But that was just setting the stage for something special. In the third inning, Ryan Wideman and Kyle Hayes both hit back-to-back home runs, which really fired up the team and the fans alike.

Doubleheader Dominance

During the doubleheader against Lafayette, the team collectively amassed an incredible 29 hits, while racking up 17 runs and 16 RBIs. Wideman and Lizama were particularly sensational, combining for 10 hits and 10 RBIs—a true showcase of their skills!

To top it all off, Drew Whalen also shined, setting personal highs with 5.0 innings pitched and eight strikeouts in the first game of the doubleheader. The excitement is palpable, as WKU started their season strong with a 5-0 record, the second time in three seasons under coach Marc Rardin.

Up Next: Murray State

As we look forward, the WKU baseball team is gearing up to face Murray State, with the first pitch scheduled for 3 p.m. CT. Fans are eagerly anticipating another thrilling performance from Ryan Wideman and the rest of the squad. The energy is electric, and the journey of this baseball season is just warming up!

Bowling Green, keep your eyes on the field—you won’t want to miss what these Hilltoppers have in store for this exciting season!