Old Dominion 9, at Coastal Carolina 2

CONWAY, S.C. (Interstat) — Will Johnson’s leadoff home run in the first inning set the tone Sunday as Old Dominion pounded Coastal Carolina 9-2 in a Sun Belt afternoon contest that stretched into the evening at Springs Brooks Stadium. Johnson, the Monarchs’ shortstop, launched his fourth homer of the season to deep left field, giving Old Dominion a lead it never relinquished. The Monarchs, now 27-24 overall, collected 13 hits while limiting the Chanticleers to six. Coastal Carolina fell to 34-17. Old Dominion starter Jackson Okonkwo worked four perfect innings, striking out three without allowing a hit. He was relieved… Read more...