CHARLOTTE, N.C. (Interstat) — Charlotte scored eight unanswered runs to defeat Memphis 8-2 in American Athletic Conference action Friday at Robert and Mariam Hayes Stadium.

The Tigers took a 2-0 lead in the top of the sixth on an RBI double by Smith IV. Memphis starter David Case tossed six no-hit innings with six strikeouts but did not factor in the decision.

Charlotte answered in the bottom half when Todd Hudson launched a two-run homer to right field, tying the game. The 49ers erupted for six runs in the seventh, capitalizing on defensive miscues. Robert Nedry singled in a run, and Alec DeMartino and Chase Gunderson each added RBI singles.

Eddie Copper earned the win, allowing one earned run on two hits over 5.2 innings with six strikeouts. Joseph Taylor worked three innings of relief, surrendering one run.

Charlotte improved to 27-27 overall and 27-27 in conference; Memphis fell to 22-31 and 22-31. The teams play again Saturday.