The Eastern Kentucky University softball team resumes ASUN play by hosting North Alabama, the league leader, in a crucial three-game series on April 11-12. The series kicks off with a doubleheader on Saturday, with games at 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. EKU, currently on a four-game losing streak, faces a North Alabama team riding high on a seven-game winning streak, leading the conference with a strong offensive showing.

By the Numbers
  • North Alabama boasts a 28-8 overall record and a 10-2 ASUN mark.
  • EKU currently holds an 18-19 record with a 7-4 conference performance.
Yes, But

While North Alabama has excelled this season, EKU's pitching remains a formidable asset, with standout performances from players like Victoria Byrum, who has 76 strikeouts this season.

State of Play
  • North Alabama leads the ASUN Gold Division, having yet to lose a conference series this season.
  • EKU needs to rebound after losing its last four games, including matchups against Louisville and Kentucky.
What's Next

Should EKU secure victories this weekend, they could improve their standings significantly, closing the gap with the leaders as conference play intensifies.

Bottom Line

The Colonels face a crucial juncture, as their performance against the Lions could determine their trajectory in the ASUN Conference season.