No. 10 Missouri Baptist University (MBU) softball secured a doubleheader sweep over Graceland University on April 7. MBU took the first game 11-6, with standout performances from Brooklynn Fischer and Kaylie Brake. Fischer led with an impressive 4-for-5 hitting record, amassing five RBIs, while Brake pitched six innings, limiting Graceland to three hits. The second game resulted in a 5-2 victory, bolstered by Fischer's nine strikeouts and a critical homer, maintaining MBU's position in the rankings.

By the Numbers
  • Brooklynn Fischer: 4-for-5, 5 RBIs in Game 1
  • Kaylie Brake: 6 innings pitched, 3 hits allowed, 1 run, 4 strikeouts in Game 1
  • Fischer's season-high: 9 strikeouts in Game 2
State of Play
  • MBU's record improved to 23-7, with a 10-2 mark in Heart Conference play.
  • Graceland falls to 7-29, struggling with a 2-11 conference record.
What's Next

MBU will host a doubleheader against Park University and No. 25 Benedictine College on April 10 and 11, with game times set for 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. on Friday, and noon and 2 p.m. on Saturday.

Bottom Line

Fischer's remarkable dual performance solidifies her role as a key player for MBU, while the team continues to build momentum as they approach upcoming matchups against ranked opponents.