The Manhattan Jaspers softball team (10-25) split their doubleheader against Fordham (16-20) with a 3-0 win followed by a 2-5 loss at Bahoshy Field. In the first game, stellar pitching from Karissa Spring secured the shutout, allowing only two hits and striking out five. The Jaspers scored all three of their runs in the fifth inning, courtesy of a combination of hits and hit-by-pitches. In the second game, Manhattan fell behind early, and despite two late runs, could not recover from a five-run deficit.

By the Numbers
  • Karissa Spring recorded her fourth win, pitching a complete game with zero earned runs on two hits.
  • Natalye DeBus led the Jaspers with four hits across the two games.
State of Play
  • The Jaspers' pitching and defense were strong in the first game, shutting out the Rams.
  • In the second game, the team's offense struggled to capitalize on scoring opportunities early on.
What's Next

The Manhattan Jaspers will face the Siena Saints at home on Saturday, April 11, with the game broadcast live at 12:00 PM. The team aims to build on their first game's success and find offensive consistency moving forward.

Bottom Line

The split against Fordham showcases Manhattan's potential, particularly in pitching, but also highlights the need for offensive improvement to secure more wins in the upcoming matches.