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GT bats stay red hot in 22-5 regional-opening win over UIC
- Georgia Tech opened the Atlanta Regional with a 22-5 rout of UIC, bolstered by a seven-inning scoring surge on offense.
- Alex Hernandez blasted three homers and a double, driving in nine runs to match a program record.
- Hernandez cited health and full-speed play as key to his hot stretch as Tech pulled away early.
- Georgia Tech’s offense produced a grand slam in the fourth inning to reach a 12-2 lead.
- Tech built an 8-2 lead by the third inning, setting up a dominant late run production.
- Parker Brosius and Jarren Advincula contributed key hits and runs, supporting the explosiveness.
- UIC’s Will Flanigan provided the Flames’ early momentum with a two-run homer.
- Georgia Tech’s pitching staff combined for a solid bullpen effort after a strong start.
- The win puts Tech in a favorable position to advance, facing the winner of Oklahoma vs. The Citadel.
- UIC’s Mason Lei took the loss after allowing 13 runs in 3 1/3 innings.
- Tech’s win demonstrates the team's aggressive, high-scoring approach in postseason play.
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