In a tightly contested game against Marshall, Makayla McClain made history by hitting her 18th home run of the season, setting a new single-season record for App State softball. Despite her milestone, the Mountaineers fell short, losing 3-1 as Marshall capitalized on its power hitting with three home runs and strong pitching. App State struggled offensively, failing to record a hit with runners on base, leaving 10 runners stranded during the game.

By the Numbers
  • McClain's 18 home runs surpass the previous record of 17 set in 2009.
  • App State went 0-12 with runners on base and left 10 runners stranded in the game.
Yes, But

While McClain's achievement is a notable individual accolade, it highlights the team's overall struggles to convert scoring opportunities against a formidable Marshall lineup.

State of Play
  • App State is now 23-11 for the season and 4-6 in conference play.
  • Marshall improves to 26-10 overall and 8-2 in the Sun Belt Conference.
What's Next

The Mountaineers will look to rebound in the second game of the three-game series against Marshall on Saturday, which has been rescheduled to 3 p.m.

Bottom Line

Despite a historic moment for McClain, App State needs to improve its offensive performance with runners on base to secure wins in future games.