EVANSVILLE, Ind. – University of Evansville pitchers Jarrett Blunt, Nate Hardman and Eric Roberts combined on a five-hitter on Sunday, and the Purple Aces got home runs from sophomore outfielder Ty Rumsey and fifth-year first baseman Chase Hug to power past the visiting Bradley Braves, 7-2, at German American Bank Field at Charles H. Braun Stadium in Evansville.
"Today was a very special 'Senior Day' to win an all-important Valley series here at the Braun," said UE head coach Wes Carroll. "We got an outstanding effort today on the mound by all three pitchers – Jarrett Blunt, Nate Hardman and Eric Roberts.