ERIE, Pa. — Mercyhurst fell to Norfolk State 3-0 on Saturday, with both teams managing five hits each in the contest. The Lakers were held scoreless despite a defensive effort that included and five assists, while Norfolk State capitalized on three doubles to secure the win.
Norfolk State took an early lead in the second inning when they hit two doubles putting Norfolk State ahead 1-0. The score remained 1-0 through the second inning.
In the fourth inning, the Spartans drew a walk, advanced to third on a passed ball and a wild pitch, and then scored on a sacrifice fly, extending Norfolk State’s lead to 2-0. Norfolk State added another run in the fifth inning, coming off two singles to increase their lead to 3-0…