Former Alabama LB Keith Holcombe reminded Crimson Tide fans why he chose the diamond over the gridiron.

Holcombe hit his second home run of the 2019 season Friday night against Ball State. In the fifth inning, Alabama was already up 3-0 with two men on when Holcombe launched one to deep right-center field. It landed in the visiting bullpen for a three-run homer, extending the UA lead to 6-0.

Alabama would go on to win 7-1 over Ball State to improve to 4-1 on the season. It was a 2-hit, 4-RBI night for Holcombe. The senior is off to a hot start this season at the plate, batting .467 (7-for-15) with 2 home runs and 9 RBI.

The series continues Saturday with first pitch of Game 2 set for noon CT on SEC Network+.

Check out the video of Holcombe’s homer: