Blake Loran's bunt single with the bases loaded ended the longest game in GNAC history Friday as Montana State Billings defeated Northwest Nazarene 6-5 in 14 innings.

The Yellowjackets (17-19, 8-14) earned a split of the doubleheader after Northwest Nazarene (21-18, 10-12) had won the opener 12-5.

The 14-inning contest matched a 14-inning game between Central Washington and Western Oregon last year. The Wolves won that contest 4-3.

Loran's game-winning hit came with one out after MSUB had loaded the bases on a single by Blake Nelson, a walk and an error.

The game was scheduled for seven innings but neither team could dent the plate after MSUB scored twice in the sixth to tie the game at 5-5 until the 14th.

NNU reliever Sean McDonald pitched 7 2/3 scoreless innings, allowing six hits before leaving after the 13th. MSUB's Bobby Ragasa (3-0) got the win, pitching five scoreless innings and allowing three hits.

Third baseman Ty Gilmore had four hits in seven at bats for MSUB. McDonald, who started the game in centerfield, had three hits and two RBI to lead the Crusaders offensively.

Catcher Charlie Gorzo also had three hits and DH Alex Barbee had a three-run home run as his team took a 5-1 lead in the fourth before the 'Jackets rallied.

In the opener, shortstop Ben Clare had two hits and three RBI to place NNU. Rightfielder Zach Steele had two hits and two RBI. Colby Robison had two hits, including a three-run home run in the seventh for MSUB.

NNU's Patrick Patterson pitched the first 6 2/3 innings getting his fourth win in five decisions.