The Southwest Minnesota State University (SMSU) softball team (22-16, 8-4 NSIC) resumes competition with three NSIC doubleheaders this week. They will face the USF Cougars on Wednesday, Concordia-St. Paul on Saturday, and St. Cloud State on Sunday. The Mustangs recently split a series with Minnesota State and lost to Winona State, with standout performances from freshman Aliza Acker and pitcher Jordyn Marsh.

By the Numbers
  • Jordyn Marsh boasts a record of 14-5 with a 1.78 ERA and 98 strikeouts.
  • Aliza Acker leads the team with a .366 batting average and 45 hits, tied for the most home runs on the squad with three.
Yes, But

While SMSU is performing strong in batting with Acker and Marsh leading the statistics, critical games against tougher opponents may challenge their standing in the NSIC.

State of Play
  • SMSU is currently tied for third in the NSIC with an 8-4 record.
  • Recent struggles include a series loss to Winona State after splitting with Minnesota State.
What's Next

The Mustangs will look to improve their standings in the NSIC with crucial matchups against skilled teams, aiming to leverage their strong hitters and pitching as they prepare for future doubleheaders.

Bottom Line

SMSU is positioned for significant outcomes this week, but they must capitalize on their talent and address vulnerabilities to strengthen their competitive edge in the NSIC moving forward.