Texas State University scored early in the second inning with an RBI single to right center field from Matt Smith.(Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Freshman catcher Josh Graham (18) tries to beat a TSU second baseman, but the ball beats him to it by mere milliseconds. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Junior infielder Ryon Healy (25) attempts to beat the baseman too second base by sliding. Healy went 2-for-4 on the night and recorded a solo home run. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Junior infielder Ryon Healy (25) celebrates with junior outfielder Brett Thomas (2) after hitting a solo home run. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

The Ducks took a 1-run lead at the top of the 6th and held back multiple rally attempts by the Bobcats. (Nate Barrett/Emerald)

Junior righthand pitcher Jimmie Sherfy (30) highfives sophomore catcher Shaun Chase (16). (Nate Barrett/Emerald)