In a tense matchup, the No. 9 Keiser Seahawks edged out the No. 11 St. Thomas Bobcats 3-2, improving their record to 36-4 this season. A critical seventh-inning sacrifice fly by Olivia Shoemaker secured the win, showcasing Keiser's resilience in a tight conference game. After initially leading 2-0, the Seahawks faced a comeback attempt from St. Thomas, which tied the game with a solo home run. However, Keiser's timely offensive plays and strong pitchers led to their ultimate victory at Col. Jacquelin J. Kelly Field.

By the Numbers
  • Keiser's record improved to 36-4 overall, 14-2 in conference play.
  • Mackenzie Masternak improved her season record to 20-3, with a 1.80 ERA after giving up 2 runs on 5 hits and striking out 2.
  • Maggie Miller recorded her 5th save, striking out 3 batters in the seventh inning.
State of Play
  • Keiser's offense was highlighted by Olivia Shoemaker's game-winning sacrifice fly.
  • Both teams displayed solid defense, committing zero errors throughout the game.
  • St. Thomas fell to a 24-14 record, with 8-8 in conference play, following the loss.
What's Next

Keiser is set to face St. Thomas again in a doubleheader on Saturday, aiming to continue their strong conference performance in a pivotal series.

Bottom Line

Keiser's win highlights their ability to capitalize on key moments and showcases a strong pitching performance, setting them up well for future matchups in the conference race.