Kylee Crowder and Samantha Roulanaitis from Lindenwood Softball have been named OVC Player and Pitcher of the Week after leading their team to a flawless 4-0 week, including a sweep of Southern Indiana. Crowder excelled at the plate with a .778 batting average while also contributing in multiple facets of the game. Roulanaitis dominated on the mound, allowing no runs across three appearances, culminating in her first career save. This recognition underscores the Lions' improving performance in the OVC standings, now at 5-7. Both players will look to continue their success in the upcoming series against Tennessee State.

By the Numbers
  • Kylee Crowder went 7-9 from the plate, hitting .778 during the week.
  • Samantha Roulanaitis pitched 15.1 innings, recording five strikeouts and allowing only five hits.
State of Play
  • Lindenwood Softball holds a current OVC record of 5-7 after their recent victories.
  • The Lions will face Tennessee State next in their upcoming OVC matches.
What's Next

As the Lions prepare for their series against Tennessee State, both Crowder and Roulanaitis will aim to maintain their momentum and contribute further to the team's success in the OVC.

Bottom Line

Crowder and Roulanaitis have made significant contributions to Lindenwood's recent performance, and their continued excellence will be crucial as the team strives for a stronger standing in the OVC.