SALT LAKE CITY (Interstat) — Colter McAnelly struck out nine over six dominant innings, leading Utah to a 9-0 victory over Grand Canyon on Friday night.

McAnelly allowed just two hits and did not surrender an earned run. The Utes broke open a tight game with a five-run fifth inning, highlighted by a two-run double from Cal Miller and a two-run single from Matt Flaharty. Derek Smith added a two-run homer in the seventh.

Utah pitchers combined to allow only four hits. Garrett Ahern took the loss for the Antelopes, who were shut out despite entering as slight statistical favorites. Utah improved to 6-5 overall, while Grand Canyon fell to 6-8. The teams continue their series Saturday.