NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Vanderbilt University’s baseball team defeated Eastern Michigan University 16-2 in a seven-inning game at Hawkins Field on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, completing a two-game midweek series sweep. The Commodores’ victory was highlighted by a combined no-hitter from three freshmen pitchers: Connor Hamilton, Arian Casoliba and Nate Schlote.
Vanderbilt quickly established a dominant lead, scoring nine runs in the first inning. Eastern Michigan managed to score a single run in the second inning when Nick Weaver reached base on a walk and subsequently scored on a wild pitch. But, Vanderbilt responded with four more runs in the second, extending their advantage.
Eastern Michigan’s Carter White entered the game in the second inning and managed to strike out six of the nine batters he faced, providing a bright spot for the Eagles. Despite White’s performance, Vanderbilt continued to build their lead, adding three runs in the sixth inning. Eastern Michigan scored their final run in the seventh inning when Keegan Knupp scored off a hit by pitch from Ty Stecko.
The game concluded in the seventh inning due to the run rule, with the final score standing at 16-2 in favor of Vanderbilt. Wyatt Goodin and Ryker Waite each hit grand slams for the Commodores, contributing to their offensive explosion. Brendan Holcomb also had a strong performance, recording three hits during the game.
With the win, Vanderbilt improved their record to 3-2, while Eastern Michigan fell to 1-4. Eastern Michigan will next face Austin Peay in a three-game series from February 20-22. Vanderbilt’s pitching staff’s combined no-hitter marked their fifth since 2019.
