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**Davis Homers, Colonels Upset Louisville in Front of Record Crowd**

In a stunning upset, the Eastern Kentucky Colonels shocked the Louisville Cardinals with a 6-5 victory, powered by a dramatic home run from infielder Jackson Davis. The game, played in front of a record-breaking crowd at Jim Patterson Stadium, marked one of the most memorable moments in Colonels’ baseball history.

### The Game-Winning Homer

Jackson Davis, who had been in a bit of a slump coming into the game, delivered in the clutch when his team needed it most. With the game tied 5-5 in the top of the ninth inning and two outs, Davis stepped to the plate and crushed a 2-1 fastball over the left-field wall, silencing the sea of Louisville fans and sending the Colonels’ dugout into a frenzy.

“I was just looking for something to drive,” said Davis after the game. “I got a pitch I could handle, and I put a good swing on it. It’s an unbelievable feeling to come through for my team in a moment like that.”

Davis’ home run proved to be the deciding factor, as closer Matt Harper shut down the Cardinals in the bottom of the ninth to seal the win. Harper recorded two strikeouts and a groundout to secure the upset victory.

### A Record Crowd

The game was played in front of a record crowd of 8,212 fans, the largest ever for a non-conference game at Jim Patterson Stadium. Louisville, a perennial powerhouse in college baseball, came into the game heavily favored, but the Colonels played with poise and resilience, proving they could hang with one of the top programs in the nation.

The large crowd, which had gathered in anticipation of another Louisville win, was treated to a thrilling contest that had plenty of drama and lead changes. Louisville took an early 3-0 lead in the second inning, only for Eastern Kentucky to chip away, eventually tying the game in the sixth inning.

“It was an incredible atmosphere,” said Colonels head coach Chris Prothro. “To play in front of a crowd like this, against a team like Louisville, and to come out with a win—it says a lot about the fight and determination of our guys.”

### Key Performances

Aside from Davis’ heroics, the Colonels got major contributions from several players. Starting pitcher Andrew Wilson, despite giving up three early runs, settled down and kept his team in the game, striking out seven in six innings of work.

Offensively, catcher Brian O’Connor went 3-for-4 with two RBIs, including a clutch single in the seventh inning that tied the game. Leadoff hitter Kyle Edwards also chipped in with two hits, while second baseman Nate Porter made several key defensive plays to prevent Louisville from gaining momentum late in the game.

Louisville’s offensive output was led by sophomore outfielder Trey Leonard, who went 2-for-4 with a home run and three RBIs. However, the Cardinals’ bullpen struggled to contain the Colonels’ bats, with reliever Ben Simmons giving up Davis’ game-winning home run.

### A Season-Defining Win

For the Colonels, this victory could serve as a turning point in their season. Coming into the game with a 9-12 record, Eastern Kentucky has had its fair share of struggles, but this win over a nationally ranked Louisville squad gives them a significant boost of confidence heading into conference play.

“This win shows we can compete with anybody,” said Coach Prothro. “Our guys have worked hard all season, and to see them rewarded with a win like this on a big stage is huge. We just have to build on this and keep moving forward.”

On the other hand, Louisville head coach Dan McDonnell expressed disappointment with his team’s execution down the stretch, noting that they had opportunities to close out the game but failed to capitalize. “We didn’t play our best baseball today,” McDonnell said. “We let them hang around, and in college baseball, anything can happen when you do that. Credit to Eastern Kentucky—they made the plays when it mattered.”

### Looking Ahead

The Colonels will look to build on this monumental win as they head into a critical stretch of games in conference play. Meanwhile, Louisville will regroup as they continue their quest for a deep postseason run, with lessons to be learned from this upset.

For now, however, the night belongs to Eastern Kentucky, Jackson Davis, and the record crowd that witnessed a thrilling chapter in college baseball.

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*Eastern Kentucky’s upset victory over Louisville will be remembered as a signature win for the Colonels, showcasing their resilience and ability to rise to the occasion on a big stage.*