BOONE, N.C. (Interstat) — Louisiana-Monroe evened its Sun Belt series with Appalachian State by outlasting the Mountaineers 14-9 on Saturday afternoon at Beaver Field at Jim and Bettie Smith Stadium.

The Warhawks pounded out 12 hits, including a two-run homer from Garrett Wiethorn and a two-run shot from Marcus Aranda. Bryce Blaser drove in three runs for Louisiana-Monroe.

Appalachian State, which also had 12 hits, was led by Jake Mummau’s two-run homer in a five-run first inning. The Mountaineers chipped away but could not overcome the early deficit.

Holden Hess earned the win in relief for the Warhawks, throwing four scoreless innings. The victory improved Louisiana-Monroe to 20-16 overall, while Appalachian State fell to 17-15. The series finale is set for Sunday.