LUBBOCK, Texas (Interstat) — The Texas Tech Red Raiders overcame an early deficit with a six-run first inning and powered past the Penn State Nittany Lions 15-7 on Friday at Dan Law Field at Rip Griffin Park.

Penn State built a 7-1 lead, highlighted by a three-run homer from Bryce Molinaro. Texas Tech responded immediately, sending 11 batters to the plate in the bottom of the first, keyed by two-run doubles from Connor Shouse and Linkin Garcia to tie the game 7-7.

Kyeler Thompson led Texas Tech, going 4 for 5 with two RBIs and three runs scored. Caden Ferraro and Robin Villeneuve added solo homers late as the Red Raiders pulled away. Texas Tech improved to 8-4. Penn State fell to 4-7.