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The Illinois College baseball team showcased a strong offensive performance in their double-header against Concordia University of Wisconsin, held at Joe Brooks Field in Jacksonville, Illinois. The Blueboys amassed 42 runs on 36 hits to secure victories in both games.

Adam Passmore, the junior second baseman for Illinois College, had an outstanding day. He went eight-for-10 at the plate, hitting three home runs and driving in ten runs while scoring seven times. In the second game alone, Passmore was perfect with five hits in five at-bats, including two three-run homers.

In the first game, Illinois College defeated Concordia Wisconsin 26-18. Branson Shaw started on the mound for the Blueboys and quickly dispatched the first three batters. The Blueboys' offense was relentless from the start, with contributions from Nolan Decker and Tyler Barker among others. Despite a strong comeback attempt by Concordia that tied the game at 11-11 after a grand slam, Illinois College regained control with timely hits from Louie Bartletti and others.

Chris Campau provided solid relief pitching for Illinois College and earned the win by closing out the final innings effectively.

In game two, left-handed pitcher Jack McGuire started for Illinois College and retired the first 11 batters he faced. Passmore continued his impressive form with multiple home runs that helped build an early lead. Concordia managed to score three runs later in the game but could not close the gap as Illinois College secured a comfortable 16-3 victory.

Passmore led his team with five hits and seven RBIs in this game as well. On Sunday, March 17th, Illinois College will travel to Eureka College for their final non-conference double-header of the season.