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Lincoln University vs. Delaware State Baseball Doubleheader Recap
Lincoln University vs. Delaware State Baseball Doubleheader Recap
HBCU baseball fans were treated to an exciting doubleheader as Lincoln University and Delaware State University clashed on the field at Lincoln University, PA. The action-packed matchup saw both teams showcase their talent, with each walking away with a victory in the series split.
Game 1: Delaware State Dominates
Delaware State took Game 1 with a dominant 13-5 win. Their offense was firing on all cylinders, consistently putting runs on the board and keeping Lincoln’s pitching staff under pressure. Key players stepped up for Del State, delivering crucial hits and taking advantage of defensive miscues to seal the victory.
Score by Innings (Game 1)
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | R | H | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware St. | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 14 | 2 |
| Lincoln (Pa.) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Game 2: Lincoln Strikes Back
Lincoln University wasn’t about to let the series slip away without a fight. In the second game, they flipped the script with an impressive 13-4 win, bouncing back in dominant fashion. Their bats came alive early, and solid pitching helped them maintain control throughout the game. Lincoln’s defense tightened up, preventing Delaware State from making a comeback and securing an emphatic win on their home field.
Score by Innings (Game 2)
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | R | H | E |
| Delaware St. | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Lincoln (Pa.) | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 3 | X | 13 | 9 | 2 |
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Lincoln University and Delaware State University faced off in an intense HBCU baseball doubleheader at Lincoln University, PA! Delaware State took Game 1 with a dominant 13-5 win, but Lincoln bounced back in Game 2 with a strong 13-4 victory. HBCU Original was live on the ground, capturing all the action! Stay tuned for exclusive highlights and coverage.
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The SWAC delivered one of the biggest championship storylines of the season as Jackson State and Florida A&M claimed the 2026 outdoor track & field titles.
Jackson State shocked the conference by capturing the men’s championship, powered by explosive sprint performances and clutch relay execution. The Tigers built momentum throughout the meet and held off late pushes to secure a historic breakthrough title.
On the women’s side, Florida A&M continued its championship tradition, controlling the meet with consistent scoring across sprints, hurdles, and field events. The Rattlers’ depth once again proved decisive as they stayed ahead of a competitive field to claim another SWAC crown.
Two different stories — one breakthrough, one dynasty — defined the SWAC season.
The SIAC championships belonged to Morehouse and Tuskegee as both programs delivered complete team performances to claim the 2026 outdoor track & field titles.
On the men’s side, Morehouse controlled the meet from start to finish, scoring consistently across sprints, distance, and field events to build separation early. The Maroon Tigers maintained their advantage through the final events, sealing another conference championship built on depth and execution.
On the women’s side, Tuskegee continued its dominance with a back-to-back SIAC championship performance. The Golden Tigers delivered strong scoring across sprints, relays, and field events, holding off the field once again to repeat as conference champions.
Together, Morehouse and Tuskegee set the standard in SIAC track & field heading into postseason competition.
The HBCUAC championship meet marked a new era as Voorhees and Dillard claimed the 2026 outdoor track & field titles in defining early conference performances.
Voorhees secured the men’s championship through consistent scoring across sprints, middle distance, and field events, proving to be the most complete team in a tightly contested meet.
Dillard followed on the women’s side with a strong all-around effort, highlighted by relay execution and key individual performances that helped them control the championship race from start to finish.
The HBCUAC now begins its competitive identity with two early benchmark programs setting the standard.
The MEAC once again ran through two familiar powers as Norfolk State and Howard claimed the 2026 outdoor track & field championships in dominant fashion.
On the men’s side, Norfolk State continued its conference dynasty, securing its fifth straight MEAC outdoor title. The Spartans delivered across sprints, hurdles, and relays, using depth and execution in the final events to separate from the field and close out another championship run.
On the women’s side, Howard extended its own reign of dominance, stacking points across distance races, field events, and relays to secure another MEAC crown. The Bison’s balance and consistency across all disciplines once again proved too much for the rest of the conference.
MEAC dominance remains firmly in the hands of Norfolk State and Howard heading into postseason competition.
The CIAA saw strong championship performances on both sides as Virginia Union and Winston-Salem State claimed the 2026 outdoor track & field titles.
Virginia Union controlled the men’s meet with steady scoring across sprints, middle distance, and field events, building enough separation to hold off challengers and secure the championship.
On the women’s side, Winston-Salem State continued its strong run in CIAA competition, delivering a balanced performance highlighted by relay strength and consistent event scoring to secure another conference title.
CIAA track & field continues to run through two established powers at the top of the conference.
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