South Dakota heads to St. Paul, Minnesota for a three-game Summit League softball series against St. Thomas. The first game has been rescheduled to a Saturday doubleheader due to weather conditions. South Dakota is coming off a series against South Dakota State where they lost the first two games but secured a comeback win in the last matchup. St. Thomas currently leads the conference with a perfect start and boasts several strong player performances.

By the Numbers
  • South Dakota lost 0-4 and 0-9 in the first two games against SDSU, finishing with an 8-6 win in game three.
  • Madison Evans pitched 14.0 innings with 16 strikeouts over the last series.
  • St. Thomas has a record of 21-9 and is 3-0 in the Summit League, sweeping Kansas City with scores of 8-2, 4-1, and 15-4.
  • Avery Wukawitz leads St. Thomas with a .409 batting average and 11 home runs.
Yes, But

While South Dakota has struggled against St. Thomas in recent matchups, they did manage to win one of three games last season, indicating the potential for unpredictability in their upcoming series.

State of Play
  • South Dakota's series against St. Thomas begins this Saturday with a doubleheader, followed by a third game on Sunday.
  • St. Thomas is currently leading the Summit League, showcasing strong offensive and pitching performances this season.
What's Next

As the series progresses, South Dakota will aim to capitalize on their previous experience and secure victories to bolster their conference standing, while St. Thomas looks to maintain their successful streak.

Bottom Line

South Dakota needs to recalibrate following recent struggles, and their ability to compete against a strong St. Thomas team will be crucial for their momentum in the conference. This series will test their resilience and determination.