JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Interstat) — Tristan Curless drove in four runs, including a three-run homer, to lead East Tennessee State past Virginia Tech 9-4 on Tuesday night at Thomas Stadium.

The Buccaneers erased an early four-run deficit with a six-run fifth inning. Curless’s go-ahead blast followed a two-run double from Henry Ferguson, who had three RBIs. Luke Matlock added a solo shot in the frame.

Virginia Tech managed only four hits against four East Tennessee State pitchers. Logan Grass, Stratton Scott and Derek McCarley combined for eight scoreless innings of relief.

The Buccaneers improved to 17-6, while the Hokies fell to 12-11.