The Drake Bulldogs faced off against the Bradley Braves in a doubleheader at Buel Field, resulting in a split. In the first game, Drake won 10-7, showcasing a strong offensive performance, including a grand slam from Kiley Kindelspire. However, the Bulldogs fell in the second game 5-2, primarily due to dominant pitching from Bradley's Abby Rusher, who limited Drake's offense to just two hits through six innings. Despite a late rally in the second game, Drake couldn't overcome the 5-0 deficit. The Bulldogs are set to travel to Nashville for a three-game series against the Belmont Bruins.

By the Numbers
  • Drake's Kiley Kindelspire hit two home runs, including a grand slam in game one.
  • Bradley's Abby Rusher allowed only 2 hits in 6 innings during game two.
State of Play
  • This doubleheader was re-scheduled due to expected rain in Des Moines.
  • The Bulldogs have shown resilience with a strong offensive display in game one.
What's Next

Drake will face the Belmont Bruins in a three-game series starting on Friday, April 3, with the first game set for 1:00 p.m. The Bulldogs will look to bounce back from their loss in the second game against Bradley.

Bottom Line

Drake's ability to score and their pitching depth will be critical as they head into a weekend series against Belmont, needing to capitalize on offensive opportunities while tightening their defense to avoid setbacks.