Chris Curry Achieves Historic Win as Little Rock Trojans Defeat Tennessee Tech

COOKEVILLE, Tenn. — The Little Rock Trojans opened Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) play with a decisive 12-4 victory over Tennessee Tech on Friday, marking a historic milestone for head coach Chris Curry. The win was Curry’s 276th career victory at Little Rock, surpassing Gary Hogan for the most in program history .

Freund’s Dominating Performance

Nolan Freund powered the Trojans’ offense with two home runs, while Jack Bilski added his first home run of the season. Little Rock (12-10, 1-0 OVC) quickly established a commanding 8-0 lead. Freund and Cade Martin each recorded three hits, with Kade Smith, Jerdy Lopez, and Bilski adding two hits apiece .

Curry Reflects on Historic Achievement

Coach Curry expressed both pride and humility regarding his record-breaking win. “It was a fun night for everybody involved. I stand on Coach Hogan’s shoulders—he literally built this. I understand he’s fighting, and I hope he’s feeling better. I just want him to know we love him,” Curry stated. He also acknowledged the contributions of the many players and coaches who have been part of the program’s success, emphasizing his role as a facilitator .

Pitching Prowess Seals the Victory

Brannon Westmoreland delivered a solid six-inning performance, striking out three batters. Tag Andrews followed with two hitless innings, adding four strikeouts, and Malcolm Brown closed out the ninth inning to secure the win . The Trojans and Golden Eagles (9-13, 0-1 OVC) will continue their series on Saturday at 2 p.m.

Little Rock Trojans’ Recent Success

The Little Rock Trojans have experienced significant success recently, including an improbable run to the NCAA Regionals in 2025. Despite a challenging regular season, they won five games in four days at the OVC Tournament to secure an automatic bid . In the Baton Rouge Regional, they upset LSU and pushed the perennial powerhouse to the brink of elimination .

Coach Curry’s Leadership

Under Coach Chris Curry, the Trojans have become a beloved team known for their resilience and ability to perform under pressure. Curry emphasizes the importance of representing the university and the city well, and fostering a team that embraces challenges . He noted the rapid shift in perception of the program following their postseason success, highlighting how quickly a team can gain national attention with a strong performance.