The Montana softball team honored Grace Lopez and Carah Sweet for their outstanding performances as they maintained a perfect start in the Big Sky Conference. Lopez was named co-Player of the Week after returning from injury to lead the Grizzlies offensively, while Sweet earned Pitcher of the Week honors for her dominant pitching across four appearances. The team boasts a 6-game winning streak and leads the Big Sky standings, showcasing impressive early-season form.

By the Numbers
  • Grace Lopez batted .857 (6 for 7) in the series against Portland State with three doubles and one home run.
  • Carah Sweet recorded a 0.82 ERA over 17.0 innings and was 3-0 in the same week.
State of Play
  • The Grizzlies are 3-0 to start the Big Sky season for the first time since 2021.
  • The six-game winning streak is Montana鈥檚 longest since 2019.
What's Next

Montana will host Northern Colorado for a three-game series, aiming to extend their winning streak and maintain their position at the top of the Big Sky standings.

Bottom Line

The Grizzlies' current momentum, driven by Lopez's offensive prowess and Sweet's stellar pitching, positions them as strong contenders in the Big Sky Conference, making their upcoming series crucial for their title aspirations.