UNLV softball secured a dramatic 3-2 walk-off win over Colorado State in game one of their Mountain West series. The game, held at Eller Media Stadium, saw both teams tied at 2-2 after five innings. UNLV capitalized on two errors by the Rams in the seventh, allowing Natalie Turner to hit a walk-off single that brought Bri Williams home. The Rebels improved to 19-17 overall and 6-4 in the conference, while Colorado State fell to 17-18 and 5-5.

By the Numbers
  • UNLV out-hit Colorado State 11-8.
  • Natalie Turner went 3-for-4, including a walk-off single and a double.
  • Diamond Sefe was 3-for-3 with a double and an RBI.
  • Lauren Fettic pitched a complete game, marking her ninth win of the season.
Yes, But

Both teams displayed offensive strengths, but Colorado State's defensive errors contributed significantly to their loss, particularly in the critical final inning.

State of Play
  • UNLV holds a solid record of 6-4 in the Mountain West after this win.
  • The team's current hitting streaks: Chavez (7 games), Aki (5 games), and Turner (11 games) indicate strong offensive momentum.
What's Next

The Rebels and Rams are set for a rematch in game two on Friday, April 3, which could further influence the standings in the Mountain West Conference.

Bottom Line

This victory highlights UNLV's resilience and ability to capitalize on opponents' mistakes, reinforcing the need for both teams to maintain defensive integrity in future matchups.