The Emporia State Hornets defeated the Nebraska Kearney Lopers in a doubleheader on Friday, winning 15-4 and 5-2. The games were moved to Patriot Park due to poor field conditions at Dryden Park. In game two, Hornets' pitcher Maci Hayes delivered a strong performance, blanking the Lopers for five innings while earning her second win of the season. Flewelling and Bartlett led the Hornets' offense, contributing significantly to the victories, while the Lopers struggled to capitalize on their chances, leaving multiple runners on base.

By the Numbers
  • Emporia State scored 15 runs in the first game, with Flewelling hitting two home runs.
  • Maci Hayes struck out three batters and did not allow a single run in five innings as the Hornets secured the win in game two.
State of Play
  • The Hornets improved their record to 21-12 overall and 7-5 in the conference.
  • The Lopers fell to 13-26 on the season, now holding a 2-8 conference record.
What's Next

The Lopers will face Rogers State and Northeastern State next weekend in Oklahoma as they aim to rebound from their losses.

Bottom Line

Despite a competitive effort, the Lopers need to improve their offensive execution to reduce missed opportunities and enhance their performance in upcoming games.