LYNCHBURG, Va. (April 1, 2025) --The Pfeiffer Falcons got three hits from Joe Javier in a 13-1 loss to the second-ranked Lynchburg Hornets on Tuesday.

J.D. Basinger (0-4) started and took the loss on the mound for Pfeiffer (8-17). The right-hander went three innings, giving up one run without giving up a hit, allowing four walks and striking out three. 

In addition to his three hits, Javier had a walk and an RBI to lead the Falcons. Hunter Huneycutt put together a noteworthy day at the dish as well, going 1-for-4 with a double.

HOW IT HAPPENED

Trailing 5-0, the Falcons first put runs on the board in the fifth inning. Pfeiffer got an RBI single from Javier, scoring Carter Merrill from second base. The Falcons were unable to get any closer, as Lynchburg added eight runs to their tally on the way to a 13-1 final.

GAME NOTES
» Javier led the Falcons, compiling three base hits in the ballgame.
» Pfeiffer's highest scoring inning was the fifth, when it pushed one run across.
» Pfeiffer pitchers faced 34 Lynchburg hitters in the game, allowing seven ground balls and five fly balls while striking out four.
» The Falcons drew four walks from Lynchburg pitching.
» Javier led the Falcons at the plate, going 3-for-3 with an RBI.
» Lynchburg was led offensively by P. Cato, who went 2-for-2 with three RBI.
» L. Marrero led the Hornets pitching staff, throwing 4.1 scoreless innings.

Next Game
The Falcons will return to USA South play on Friday, April 4, opening a three-game series at rival Greensboro College.  First pitch is scheduled for 4:00 p.m.