The UNLV Rebels softball team suffered a 9-3 defeat to Fresno State in the first game of a three-game Mountain West series. The Rebels now hold a record of 16-17 overall and 3-4 in conference play. Key players included Bri Williams, who was 2-for-4, and Charelle Aki and Mantha Hatzenbeller, each contributing an RBI. Fresno State took an early lead and never looked back, scoring multiple runs across several innings.

By the Numbers
  • UNLV scored three runs, with two coming from singles by Keyannah Chavez and Charelle Aki.
  • Fresno State led 5-0 by the end of the second inning and scored a total of nine runs from 13 hits.
State of Play
  • The Rebels are looking to bounce back after their loss, with a 2 p.m. game scheduled against Fresno State on Saturday.
  • Both teams are now tied at 3-4 in the Mountain West standings.
What's Next

The Rebels will aim to even the series against the Bulldogs in game two, needing a strong performance to keep their postseason hopes alive.

Bottom Line

For the Rebels to turn the series around, consistent hitting and improved defense will be crucial in the upcoming games against Fresno State.