THE BASICS
Records: Kennesaw State (13-12), Georgia State (12-12)
Score: Kennesaw State 15, Georgia State 7
Starting Pitching Matchup: RHP Luke Torbert (1-2) vs. RHP Tanner Thompson (0-1)
Key Players: Jake Franklin (3-5 with 4 RBI), Jake McLinskey (W, 1-1, 2.1 IP, 0 H and 2 K), AJ Willoughby (2-4 with 2 RBI)

Box Score (PDF)

THE STORYLINE: 
· Kennesaw State used two big innings against Georgia State to win their fifth game in a row 15-7 at GSU Baseball Complex.
· The Owls scored six runs in the fourth and seven runs in the seventh to seal the victory over the in-state Panthers.
· Jake Franklin went 3-5 from the plate and knocked in four RBI to lead the Owls. Three other Owls had two RBI in the game.

HOW IT HAPPENED:   
· Georgia State struck first getting a run in the first inning, but the Owls bounced back with two of their own to up 2-1.
· After falling down 3-2, KSU scored six runs in the fourth inning to take an 8-3 lead.
· The Panthers made things tight with four runs in the sixth inning, but the Owls bounced right back by scoring seven runs in the seventh to take a 15-7 lead.
· Kennesaw State used six pitchers tonight and Jake McLinskey got the victory to move to 1-1 on the season.
 
TICKETS 
The Department of Athletics is offering a 10-game pack for $30 for the remainder of the season, which can be purchased onsite or individual games. You can also do so by CLICKING HERE. You can also reach the ticket box office by calling 470-578-4849 for any ticket inquiries.

Premium home games ($10) include: North Florida (April 13), Lipscomb (April 20), Georgia State (May 8), Georgia Southern (May 9) and Clemson (May 15), and are priced $10 for single-game tickets. 
 
UP NEXT
The Owls will begin ASUN play by traveling to USC Upstate beginning Thursday, March 29 at 6 p.m.
 
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