Lindenwood Softball extended its winning streak to seven games with an 11-4 victory in extra innings against Tennessee State on Friday. The Lions scored seven runs in the top of the eighth, completing their second consecutive Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) series sweep and improving their record to 19-18 overall and 8-7 in the OVC. Key contributions came from Izzy Wilcox, Sadie Sexauer, and Emily Geary, each with two RBIs, while Tori Hatton achieved her fourth three-hit game of the season. The team initially led 3-0 but faced a comeback from TSU before ultimately securing the win with an explosive extra inning performance. Ryleigh Owens earned the victory, improving her record to 6-5 for the season.

By the Numbers
  • Lindenwood recorded seven runs in the eighth inning.
  • Samantha Roulanaitis allowed four runs and struck out six in five innings pitched.
  • Tori Hatton achieved three hits in the game, her fourth such performance this season.
State of Play
  • Lindenwood has won seven consecutive games.
  • The Lions have achieved back-to-back series sweeps in the OVC.
  • Upcoming games include hosting the SIUE Cougars on April 11 and 12.
What's Next

Lindenwood will host SIUE for a three-game series next weekend. The series begins on April 11, with games set for 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. CT, followed by the final game on April 12 at 1 p.m. The games will be available for streaming on ESPN+.

Bottom Line

Lindenwood's recent success underscores their offensive potential and resilience. With a strong lineup and momentum, they look to capitalize on their winning streak against upcoming opponents.