The Montana Grizzlies softball team is set to return to league play with a three-game series against Sacramento State after winning nine of their last 11 games. Currently holding a record of 14-24 and 4-2 in the Big Sky Conference, they aim to compete against the Hornets (24-14, 3-3 BSC) starting with a doubleheader on Friday. Weather forecasts indicate rain, which could impact the schedule. This marks the Grizzlies' first road trip since mid-March.

By the Numbers
  • Montana has won four games in its first two Big Sky series for only the fourth time in program history.
  • Montana batted .332 over its recent 14-game homestand, averaging 6.9 runs per game.
Yes, But

While Montana has shown significant improvement, it must confront Sacramento State, a team against which it has a 14-game losing streak, highlighting a challenging historical matchup.

State of Play
  • Montana and Idaho State share the top Big Sky standings with other teams at 4-2.
  • Montana has 29 home runs this season, ranking them fifth in program history.
What's Next

If Montana can snap its losing streak against Sacramento State, it will boost confidence as the continuation of the season includes critical road games against Utah and Weber State.

Bottom Line

The Grizzlies must leverage their recent momentum and strong home performance to overcome historical struggles against Sacramento State, aiming to solidify their standing in the conference.