Senior outfielder Emma Durr made a remarkable return, hitting two home runs and driving in five runs, leading Omaha Softball to a dominant 9-0 victory over Kansas City. This marked Durr's first start in over a month, following a stretch of injuries. Omaha broke open a scoreless game with a two-run homer in the second, later adding runs to secure the win in six innings. The team's strong performance includes homering in 26 of their 29 games this season. Coach Mike Heard praised Durr's ability to capitalize on her opportunities, indicating her significant impact in the designated player role.

By the Numbers
  • Durr hit a two-run homer and a three-run homer, driving in five total runs.
  • Omaha has 49 homers this season and has homered in 17 consecutive games.
State of Play
  • Omaha is currently 22-7 overall and 4-0 in the Summit League.
  • Kansas City sits at 9-28, struggling at 0-4 in the league.
What's Next

The two teams will face off again at 2 p.m. CT on Saturday for the continuation of their series.

Bottom Line

Durr's performance not only highlights her potential but also boosts Omaha's already strong offensive momentum, positioning them favorably as they continue their season.