Southwest Minnesota State softball split a doubleheader against Concordia-St. Paul, winning game two 7-2 after losing the first 9-3. The Mustangs improved their record to 24-18 overall and 9-6 in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference, while the Golden Bears fell to 21-16 and 10-4 in the NSIC. Key performances included a four-run third inning in game two and strong pitching by Jordyn Marsh who allowed only two earned runs over seven innings.

By the Numbers
  • SMSU scored 7 runs in game two, including 4 in the third inning.
  • Jordyn Marsh pitched 7 innings, allowing 2 earned runs on 8 hits.
  • Grace Anderson hit 1 home run in game one and 1 in game two, totaling 3 for the season.
Yes, But

Despite the split, the Mustangs need to improve their defensive strategies, as they struggled in game one with pitching and allowed an overall of 9 earned runs across both games.

State of Play
  • SMSU's current record stands at 24-18 with a conference standing of 9-6.
  • Concordia-St. Paul leads with a conference record of 10-4.
What's Next

The Mustangs will face St. Cloud State in their next doubleheader on Saturday, aiming to improve their conference position and build momentum after the split.

Bottom Line

The SMSU softball team showcased resilience by taking game two, but they must enhance their defensive play to maintain success in upcoming matches.