Wildcats Stun No. 20 Florida with 13-7 Upset at Condron Ballpark
Bethune-Cookman pulled off a surprising upset against No. 20 Florida in a thrilling game at Condron Ballpark. The Wildcats capitalized on self-inflicted mistakes by the Gators, ultimately winning 13-7. Florida's midweek starter, Jackson Hoyt, struggled early on, allowing Bethune-Cookman to take an early lead with a solo home run in the first inning.
The game took a dramatic turn in the seventh inning when Bethune-Cookman exploded for seven runs, taking advantage of errors by Florida to extend their lead. A series of hits and defensive miscues allowed the Wildcats to pull away and secure the victory. Despite Florida's efforts to rally in the bottom of the seventh, they fell short as Bethune-Cookman continued to add to their lead.
The Gators managed to score a couple of runs late in the game, but it wasn't enough to overcome Bethune-Cookman's lead. The Wildcats sealed the win with a solo home run in the ninth inning, capping off an impressive performance. This loss marked the second midweek defeat for Florida this season, following a strong series win against Georgia. Florida will look to bounce back as they prepare to face Auburn in a three-game series at home.