VALPARAISO, Ind. – Illinois State split a doubleheader this afternoon with Valparaiso. The Redbirds defeated the Crusaders 12-6 in game one. The 'Birds fell in game two to the Crusaders 4-2. Illinois State took the series 2-1 over Valparaiso to open conference play.
Redbird Performers Game 1
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Scoring Breakdown:
- Valparaiso scored three runs in the bottom of the first inning to go up 3-0 on ISU.
- Derek Parola homered in the top of the third inning with Huggins on to trim the lead to 3-2.