MANSFIELD, Texas — East Central University wrapped up a tough opening weekend with a gritty finish Sunday, holding off Drury 7-6 in its final game of the Lone Star Classic.

The Tigers salvaged a split of the final day to move to 1-3 on the young season and now turn their attention to the Alvy Early Memorial Classic this weekend in Bentonville, Arkansas. ECU will face Southwest Baptist, Truman State, Maryville and Missouri S&T on Friday and Saturday.

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