Houston Cougars Sweep Utah in Big 12 Showdown, Achieve Milestone
The Houston Cougars baseball team achieved a notable milestone on Sunday, securing their first Big 12 Conference series sweep since March 2024. The Cougars (27-20, 10-13 Big 12) defeated the Utah Utes 10-4 at Don Sanders Field at darryl and Lori Schroeder Park, marking a triumphant weekend for the home team.
Offensive Explosion Fuels Victory
Houston’s offence was firing on all cylinders, with three players recording three-hit games. This offensive surge marked the first time this season that the Cougars scored 10 or more runs in a league game. The last time they reached this mark was on May 10, 2024, when they scored 13 against Kansas.
- Tyler Cox: The junior shortstop had a game-high three RBI, hitting .800 for the series with eight hits, including a triple. He recorded multiple hits in all three games.
- Xavier Perez: The sophomore right fielder blasted his eighth home run of the year, a two-run shot in the fifth inning. Perez finished the series with six hits and a team-leading six RBI against Utah.
- Brandon Bishop: The left fielder had a career-high three-hit game, scoring three runs and driving in two. his two RBIs came on a go-ahead suicide squeeze in the fourth inning.
Key Moments of the Game
Utah (17-25, 5-19 Big 12) initially took the lead in the fourth inning with a pair of extra-base hits, including an RBI triple. Though, Houston quickly responded in the bottom half of the inning.
Brandon Bishop’s two-RBI bunt single and a sacrifice fly from first baseman Cade Climie put the Cougars back in front. The fifth inning saw Houston extend their lead with four runs, highlighted by Perez’s home run and Cox’s two-RBI triple.
Player Highlights
Several Cougars delivered standout performances, contributing significantly to the series sweep.
- Tyler Cox’s performance was particularly noteworthy.
tyler Cox posted a game-high three RBI on a three-hit game.
His consistency throughout the series was a key factor in houston’s success. - Xavier Perez provided the power, with his home run shifting the momentum in Houston’s favor.
Xavier Perez ripped his eighth home run of the year, a two-run shot in the fifth inning.
- Brandon Bishop’s aggressive play on the suicide squeeze demonstrated his hustle and determination.
Brandon Bishop posted a career-high three-hit game with three-runs scored and two driven in.
Up Next: Cougars Host Texas A&M
Houston will host Texas A&M on Tuesday for its final midweek game of the season at 6:30 p.m. CDT from Schroeder Park. This marks the first meeting between the Cougars and Aggies in Houston since 2023. The game will be streamed on ESPN+.
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FAQ: Houston Cougars Baseball
Q: When was the last time Houston Baseball team earned a big 12 Conference series sweep before this?
A: March 2024.
Q: Who hit a home run in the game against Utah?
A: Xavier Perez.
Q: What is the next game for the Houston Cougars?
A: They will host Texas A&M on Tuesday at Schroeder Park.
