JONESBORO -- Arkansas State University junior center fielder Drew Tipton removed his helmet before crossing home plate, then pounded his chest twice.
Tipton's celebration followed a no-doubt, two-run home run to left field -- a pivotal moment in the Red Wolves' 6-4 victory Tuesday against the University of Central Arkansas at Tomlinson Stadium in Jonesboro.
The Red Wolves (21-13) battled a pitching issue early, knowing sophomore starter Carter Holt was on a pitch count while rehabbing an injury.
Tipton's home run alleviated some pressure off of the Red Wolves' pitching staf and ignited a three-run fifth inning, their largest scoring frame in their second victory against UCA (15-18) this season.