With the series with rival Old Dominion behind them the VCU Rams have tough competition ahead. Tomorrow night’s game against nationally-ranked Virginia (29-7) proves to be one of the most difficult games on the schedule. The Cavaliers have won seven of their last 10 games, including a 17-6 victory over CAA opponent George Mason.
Virginia is led on offense by Brandon Guyer. He currently bats .441 with six home runs and 37 RBI. He has also stolen 11 bases in 12 attempts. Jacob Thompson is the ace on the mound for the Cavaliers. He boasts an 8-0 record with a 1.49 ERA. He has struck out 62 batters while walking on 15.
COMMON OPPONENTS
James Madison: VCU won 9-8, lost 10-8. Virginia won 6-5
Richmond: VCU won 10-1. Virginia won 11-1
VMI: VCU lost 5-3. Virginia won 5-3, lost 5-2
Virginia Tech: VCU won 9-4. Virginia won 3-1, 8-4, 11-5
George Mason: VCU won 4-3, 10-9, lost 8-5. Virginia won 17-6