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Early offense not enough in series setback

WICHITA, Kan. – Wichita State erased an early 3-0 Memphis lead and claimed the series with an 8-4 victory Saturday afternoon at Eck Stadium.

The Tigers (10-11, 0-2) plated a run in the second and a pair in the third, but the Shockers chipped away, taking the lead in the sixth inning and securing the victory.

On the mound, received the loss. After surrendering only three hits through five innings, Hicks struggled in the sixth as the Shockers rallied.

began the scoring with a leadoff home run, his second of the season, to start the second inning.