The Fairfield University softball team is set to face Sacred Heart University in a three-game series this weekend, starting with a doubleheader on Saturday. The Stags look to bounce back after a 12-3 loss to Yale, ending their six-game winning streak. During that streak, they achieved impressive offensive performance, with several players batting above .350, including sophomore Ava Armuth and graduate student SJ Mull. Sacred Heart enters the series with a 15-21 overall record, featuring standout player Sam Kowalski, who excels both on the mound and at the plate.

By the Numbers
  • Fairfield had six straight wins before losing to Yale, with four of those wins driven by senior Alyssa Weinberg's 1.42 ERA.
  • Sacred Heart's Sam Kowalski ranks third in the nation with 16 complete games and 130 strikeouts.
State of Play
  • Fairfield lost to Yale, breaking their six-game winning streak.
  • Sacred Heart recently dropped games to MAAC leader Marist University.
What's Next

After the series against Sacred Heart, Fairfield will head home for a five-game home stand beginning April 14 against Hofstra University, followed by additional games against Central Connecticut State and Siena University.

Bottom Line

Fairfield must regain momentum against Sacred Heart to propel themselves forward in the MAAC standings, capitalizing on recent offensive strengths while overcoming the setback against Yale.