Alcorn State Softball is set to host Texas Southern for a crucial three-game series at Alcorn Softball Complex, beginning Friday, April 10, with a doubleheader at 2 p.m. The Braves enter the matchup after wins against Grambling State and Jackson State, aiming to improve their home record of 7-5 this season. Led by standout Yahnya Acevedo, who boasts a .346 batting average and 22 RBIs, Alcorn is looking to break a recent losing streak against the Tigers, who have dominated the series since 2013 with a 34-6 record.

By the Numbers
  • Alcorn has a home record of 7-5 this season.
  • Texas Southern holds a 20-10 overall record, 9-6 in SWAC play.
  • Yahnya Acevedo leads Alcorn with a .346 batting average, 36 hits, and 22 RBIs.
  • Texas Southern is hitting .297 as a team with 19 home runs registered this season.
State of Play
  • Alcorn is riding a two-game winning streak heading into the series.
  • The Braves have lost their last five games against Texas Southern.
  • Both teams are vying for better positioning in the SWAC standings.
What's Next

After the home series against Texas Southern, Alcorn will face Memphis in a nonconference game on Tuesday, April 14, providing an opportunity for further momentum before the postseason.

Bottom Line

This weekend's series is pivotal for Alcorn as they strive to improve their SWAC standing and ultimately build confidence against a historically strong opponent in Texas Southern.