The University of Maryland Eastern Shore softball team suffered a 10-0 loss to Coppin State in the series finale, concluding their Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference play with a five-inning shutout. The Hawks managed only two hits and left five runners stranded. Coppin State dominated early with a five-run first inning, followed by increasing their lead throughout the game. Despite opportunities, UMES could not convert, resulting in their seventh five-inning loss in program history. This defeat also marked the first time since 2018 that UMES was swept in a series by Coppin State.

By the Numbers
  • UMES finished the game with only 2 hits and 5 runners left on base.
  • This loss marks the 13th shutout in the all-time series against Coppin State.
State of Play
  • Jada Lacey started her first game of the season for UMES.
  • The Hawks record stands at 9鈥�27 overall and 1鈥�11 in MEAC play.
What's Next

UMES will take a one-week break before competing against South Carolina State in a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference series on April 11鈥�12.

Bottom Line

To improve moving forward, UMES needs to capitalize on scoring opportunities and enhance their offensive performance, as their ability to convert chances is crucial for future games.