NJCAA DII World Series Semifinals: LSU Eunice vs St. Johns River State
Liam Watt (Burlington, ON), Nathan Gagnon (Otterburn Park, QC)
May 30, 2024 by @CollegeBaseba12

NJCAA DII World Series: LSU Eunice vs. St. Johns River State Semifinal

May 30, 2024 - ENID, OKLAHOMA - In a rematch, the undefeated LSU Eunice Bengals go head-to-head against the St. Johns River State Vikings in a crucial semifinal matchup. With both teams featuring Canadian talent, the stakes are high as they battle for a spot in the championship game.

On Tuesday, LSU Eunnice beat St. Johns River State, 4-2 and Liam Watt (Burlington, ON) earned his 6th win of the season pitching a strong 2.2 in relief with 1 hit, 2 strikeouts, no walks and no earned runs.

If LSU Eunice emerges victorious today, they will secure a direct path to the championship game. However, should the St. Johns River State Vikings prevail, a decisive rematch will take place on Friday to determine the finalist.

Canadian players add an extra dimension to this already intense showdown. Representing LSU Eunice Bengals is left-handed pitcher Liam Watt from Burlington, Ontario. Watt has been a reliable asset for the Bengals throughout the season, demonstrating his prowess on the mound with a stellar win record and impressive pitching statistics.

Meanwhile, outfielder Nathan Gagnon from Otterburn Park, Quebec, brings his talent to the St. Johns River State Vikings. Gagnon's contributions have been instrumental in the Vikings' journey through the tournament, showcasing his batting skills with a notable home run and double performance against Heartland.

Key Stats:

  • Liam Watt (LSU Eunice Bengals): 6-2 Win-Loss Record, 2.97 ERA (Canadian Wins Rank: #1 in NJCAA Div-II)
  • Nathan Gagnon (St. Johns River State Vikings): .362 AVG, 79 H, 6 HR, 4 triples, 17 doubles, 73 R, 9 SB (Canadian Homers Rank: #5 tied in NJCAA Div-II)

As the game unfolds at David Allen Memorial Ballpark, fans can expect a thrilling display of skill and determination from both sides. With a championship berth on the line, every play counts in what promises to be a memorable encounter.

Data prepared by CollegeBaseba12, bracket image from NJCAA, text with assistance from ChatGPT, an AI language model developed by OpenAI.

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