Chambana Sun

Illinois baseball secured a decisive 15-3 victory over Texas State at Bobcat Ballpark, marking their third consecutive win. Eleven Illini players recorded hits, and thirteen reached base safely during the game. Greg LaChance led with four RBIs, while Nick Groves scored four runs after reaching base five times.

Tyler Schmitt earned his first win for Illinois by pitching six innings, allowing three runs on five hits, and striking out three batters. He ended his performance by retiring nine straight Texas State hitters. Jake Swartz contributed to the win with a save after pitching three scoreless innings without allowing any hits.

The game saw Illinois responding quickly to an early 1-0 lead by Texas State in the first inning. The Illini equalized in the second when LaChance scored on a wild pitch. A strong third inning followed, where Illinois scored five runs with contributions from Kyle Schupmann's RBI double and bases-loaded walks drawn by Cameron Chee-Aloy and Nick Groves.

Texas State managed two more runs in the fourth inning, but Illinois extended their lead again through LaChance's two-run single. The team added further runs in subsequent innings to secure their commanding victory.

The Fighting Illini will continue their series against Texas State with a doubleheader scheduled for tomorrow at Bobcat Ballpark.

Nick Groves went 2-for-3 with four runs scored and has reached base safely in all games this season. Cameron Chee-Aloy extended his hitting streak to 19 games and has reached base safely in 34 of his 35 career games. Tyler Schmitt picked up his first win at Illinois with a quality start, while Jake Swartz earned his first career save.

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