The Dakota State University Trojans softball team, with a 7-15 overall record and 1-3 in the Frontier Conference, is gearing up for a demanding schedule featuring six games over three days. The Trojans will face Valley City State (N.D.) in a four-game series starting Saturday, followed by their home opener against Bellevue on Monday. This weekend marks DSU's first league road series, with the Trojans eager to secure wins against both rivals to improve their conference standings.

By the Numbers
  • DSU has a 7-15 overall record and a 1-3 record in the Frontier Conference.
  • Valley City State makes their first appearance in league play with a 12-13 overall record and 2-2 Frontier Conference record.
State of Play
  • The Trojans are currently in fourth place in the Frontier Conference.
  • They achieved their first Frontier Conference victory after winning 7-4 against Mayville State last weekend.
What's Next

Following their series against Valley City State, Dakota State will return home for a doubleheader against Bellevue on Monday. The Trojans aim to build momentum for an upcoming series with Waldorf, scheduled for April 14. The season remains packed, with 20 games scheduled in April before the conference tournament at the end of the month.

Bottom Line

As DSU embarks on this critical stretch of their season, securing wins against conference rivals will be essential to boost their standings and build confidence heading into the tournament. The upcoming matches are pivotal for both team dynamics and overall performance.