Bethany, Okla. - In a sunny afternoon matchup on February 25, 2025, Southwestern Christian University's baseball team, the Eagles, faced a challenging non-conference game against the Southwestern College Moundbuilders in Bethany, OK. Despite strong efforts, the Eagles were defeated with a final score of 8-2.

Southwestern Christian's starting pitcher, Mozart Duarte, took the mound but faced tough competition from the Moundbuilders. Key contributions for the Eagles came from Jhors Gomez and Dario Paredes, who scored the runs, with Joseph Boone and Matys Gagnon earning the RBIs. Paredes also notably hit a double, adding a highlight to the team's performance.

A standout moment for the Eagles was delivered by Alexis Hurens, who provided a stellar relief performance. Coming out of the bullpen, Hurens pitched 4.1 innings, during which he allowed no runs and let through only two hits, showcasing his lock-down pitching.

Despite this loss leaving Southwestern Christian with a 14-5 record, the team is looking ahead to their next contest. The Eagles are scheduled to play the College of the Ozarks on February 28, 2025, at their home field in Bethany, Oklahoma. The team remains hopeful for a strong performance in their upcoming games, aiming to bounce back from this setback in the SAC series.