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UNC Charlotte 49ers lost 11-10 to Arkansas in a thrilling game, featuring standout performances from Furcht and Gunderson.

UNC Charlotte 49ers baseball team faced a tough challenge against No. 4 Arkansas, losing a nail-biting game 11-10 on February 28, 2025. The match was a high-scoring affair, featuring a staggering 21 runs, with 14 of those coming in a wild fourth inning. Charlotte initially surged ahead with a commanding 5-0 lead in the first inning and extended it to 9-1 before Arkansas mounted a remarkable comeback.

All nine starters for Charlotte contributed offensively, with six players recording two hits each. Notably, Noah Furcht and Cody Gunderson showcased their power by hitting home runs. Despite having the tying run at second base in the ninth inning, the 49ers were unable to capitalize and bring him home, resulting in a disappointing loss that brought their season record to 4-4. Meanwhile, Arkansas improved to 8-1.

In other baseball news, James Wood made his Spring Training debut for the Washington Nationals, going 1-for-2 in a 7-0 loss to the New York Mets. Additionally, Shohei Ohtani made headlines with a home run in his Cactus League debut for the Los Angeles Dodgers, leading them to a 6-5 victory over the Los Angeles Angels. In college baseball, Wichita State secured a dramatic 5-4 win against Cal State Fullerton with a walk-off homer from Lane Haworth.

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