NEWARK, Del. (Interstat) — Western Kentucky shut out Delaware 3-0 on Friday, May 15, at Bob Hannah Stadium, bouncing back from a 7-3 loss to the Blue Hens the previous day.

The Hilltoppers (29-25) struck early. In the top of the first inning, L. Arroyos doubled to right-center field, driving in R. Howard and A. Haller to take a 3-0 lead. Western Kentucky added no further runs but made the advantage stand.

In the third inning, C. Ross grounded into a double play, but Howard scored on the play, maintaining the 3-0 margin. Western Kentucky finished with nine hits while Delaware managed six. The Blue Hens (18-35) were shut out for the sixth time this season.

Mick Uebelhor earned the win on the mound for Western Kentucky, while Chase Deibler took the loss for Delaware. The Hilltoppers’ pitching staff held Delaware scoreless despite allowing six hits. Western Kentucky improved to 3-1 in its last four games, while Delaware dropped its fifth straight contest.