Kansas Wesleyan Softball lost both games in a doubleheader against Friends in Wichita, with scores of 4-1 and 9-5. In the first game, after taking an early lead with a home run, the Coyotes allowed Friends to come back and score four unanswered runs, leading to their defeat. The second game was marked by high-scoring home runs, with Kansas Wesleyan falling behind after giving up a grand slam and failing to complete a late rally. Cadence Mallet stood out for the Coyotes, hitting two home runs and tallying three RBIs over the two games.

By the Numbers
  • Kansas Wesleyan scored a total of 6 runs over both games.
  • Cadence Mallet recorded 3 hits and drove in 3 runs in the second game.
Yes, But

The Coyotes' offensive efforts showed promise, especially from Mallet, but inconsistent pitching and defensive plays hampered their chances for a win against a strong Friends team.

State of Play
  • The Coyotes are set to play important doubleheaders next week against Saint Mary and Ottawa at home.
  • Both upcoming games are crucial for the Coyotes鈥� standings in their league.
What's Next

The Coyotes will need to regroup and address their pitching and defensive strategies ahead of next week's home games to improve their chances of securing wins.

Bottom Line

To turn the tide, Kansas Wesleyan must leverage offensive strengths while tightening their defense in upcoming matches, setting the stage for potential redemption at home.