UCA knocks off Bradley

A five-run second inning helped lift the University of Central Arkansas to a 13-9 victory over Bradley on Sunday at Bear Stadium in Conway.

Marco Navarro helped spark the rally with a two-run home run in an inning where the Bears had four hits and took advantage of two walks and a wild pitch while sending the entire order to the plate.

Beau Orlando led the Bears by going 2 for 2 and scored 2 runs and had 3 RBI. Christian Brasher went 2 for 3 with 2 RBI. Kolby Johnson went 2 for 6 and scored 2 runs.

Brendan Dougherty led Bradley by going 3 for 6 and scored 1 run and had 1 RBI.

Matthew Patton (1-0) allowed 1 run over the final 32/3 innings to get the victory.