The Drake softball team is set for a crucial doubleheader against Bradley, rescheduled from Tuesday to Monday due to weather forecasts. The Bulldogs aim to break a four-game losing streak, facing a Braves team that is positioned slightly higher in the conference standings. With their season record at 7-22 and just 1-8 in conference play, the Bulldogs are looking to secure their first home win. Freshman Pearson Hall stands out, leading the team in batting average and doubles.

By the Numbers
  • Drake has a conference record of 1-8 and an overall record of 7-22.
  • Freshman Pearson Hall leads the Bulldogs with a .341 average, 4 home runs, and 14 RBIs.
  • Bradley has a conference record of 3-9 and an overall record of 9-25, scoring 36 runs in their last series.
Yes, But

Despite their historical advantage over Bradley, the Bulldogs' recent performance has been troubling, raising questions about their ability to compete against lower-tier teams.

State of Play
  • Both teams are at the bottom of the MVC standings, with Bradley slightly ahead.
  • Drake has lost all four recent games, while Bradley comes off a series win.
What's Next

Following the Bradley games, Drake will travel to Nashville to face Belmont, the current conference leader, presenting a challenge to improve their standings.

Bottom Line

For the Bulldogs, a win against Bradley is essential not just for morale but to reverse a troubling trend and build momentum heading into a challenging series against Belmont.